Behavioral Health Technician: Therapeutic Care & Support

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a behavioral health support role to perform therapeutic communication and interventions with psychiatric patients under RN supervision. You will monitor patient conditions, report concerns, and assist with daily activities while maintaining professional boundaries.

The position requires an Associate's degree in human services or related field, with a preferred Bachelor's degree in psychology.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in human services or related field; active enrollment in a bachelor degree program.
• Bachelor Degree in Psychology or related field preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an ability to establish and maintain a therapeutic rapport with patients and maintains appropriate boundaries and a non-judgmental attitude.
• Assists in the management of the unit by providing astute observations.
• Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Demonstrates the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
• Takes and records vital signs, weights, and all other biological needs. Notifies RN of any abnormal findings.
• Documents patient response to interventions, progress toward goal, and Patient/Family Education at regular intervals in compliance with policy.
• Completes environmental rounds, patient safety observations, hourly rounds, and patient safety plans.
• Participates in Unit CQI and Chart QA
• Meets performance expectations for Standards of Professional Behavior
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Observation skills

ADL assistance

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in human services or related field

Bachelor Degree in psychology or related field (preferred)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a behavioral health support role to perform therapeutic communication and interventions with psychiatric patients under RN supervision. You will monitor patient conditions, report concerns, and assist with daily activities while maintaining professional boundaries.

The position requires an Associate's degree in human services or related field, with a preferred Bachelor's degree in psychology.