Behavioral Health Technician (SW)

CharterCARE Health Partners; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

CharterCARE Health Partners is seeking a Behavioral Technician to develop and implement structured treatment interventions for patients. The role requires active participation in therapeutic groups, direct care responsibilities, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in psychology and experience in a psychiatric setting. This role involves following complex instructions and establishing therapeutic relationships while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or equivalent preferred. Experience may substitute for education.
• Experience in a psychiatric and/or addiction medicine treatment setting preferred.
• CPR Certification to be obtained within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement treatment interventions.
• Document patient observations and report patient status.
• Facilitate groups and assist with daily care activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Psychology knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or equivalent

Job description

About this position

Summary

Develops, coordinates and implements structured and unstructured milieu treatment interventions. Participates in structured and unstructured therapeutic groups, including role of co-therapist in identified groups. Participates as an active member of the health care team in the collaboration of care. Provides education and leadership to peers regarding milieu theories and concepts. Provides education to clients and families regarding milieu interventions. Participates in research activities, as required by program. Provides consistent milieu support and acts as an available resource to the unit. Provides direct care and maintains a safe and therapeutic milieu for patients on assigned unit. The BT must adhere to all hospital and department policies and procedures. The BT provides care as assigned or directed by the Nurse Manager and/or Charge RN. Examples of position responsibilities include: documenting patient observations and accurately reporting patient status to the RN; facilitating groups and activities as assigned or directed by the RN Manager and/or Charge RN; assisting with patients to complete daily care activities (toileting, showers, eating), and assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers as per department policy.

Education

Bachelors degree in psychology or equivalent preferred. Experience may be substituted for education. Participation in the Departments orientation and training program is required.

Experience

Experience in a psychiatric and/or addiction medicine treatment setting preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with peers/other disciplines.
• Ability to follow complicated, diversified instructions .
• Knowledge of the basic sciences underlying psychiatric care such as psychology and sociology.
• Ability to establish therapeutic interactions with patients who suffer from mental illness.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend basic medical terminology.
• Knowledge of basic Infection Control principles.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Ability to utilize positive interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers.
• Maintains information confidential (HIPAA)
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Ability to responsive customer service skills when interacting and taking into consideration cultural background, linguistic skills and age of customers
• Ability to work cooperatively with peers and other disciplines
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with peers and other interdisciplinary teams

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

CPR Certification to be obtained within 1 month of hire. Arrangements will be arranged by hiring manager

Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements

Visual acuity and hand dexterity. Physical ability involves variety of body movements including stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting, standing, walking, twisting, stretching and reaching. Physical ability involves pushing, pulling and lifting more than 30 lbs.