Behavioral Health Technician with Growth & Benefits

SMA Healthcare; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid personal leave

Paid holidays

403b retirement plan

Job summary

SMA Healthcare in the United States is seeking staff to monitor client behavior and support health and safety within a facility. You will provide positive role modeling, apply behavior management techniques, and assist with life skills activities.

The role includes admissions/discharges, documentation, and communication with staff and authorities. Candidates should have a high school diploma, related human services experience, and potentially a Behavioral Health Technician certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic client care skills in human services.
• Ability to apply behavior management and serve as a role model.
• Ability to handle abusive/ aggressive clients with safety in mind.
• Effective communication with distressed clients and families.
• Knowledge of The Mandt System for crisis situations.
• Ability to document clearly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Monitor client behavior and report health or safety concerns.
• Serve as a positive role model and use behavior modification techniques.
• Conduct basic life skills activities with clients.
• Process admissions and discharges; orient clients to the facility.
• Complete required program documentation on a regular basis.
• Document client activities and changes in behavior.
• Ensure adherence to schedules and routines.
• Perform security checks and manage contraband; assist restraints if needed.
• Handle office duties, answer phones, and communicate with authorities.
• Attend meetings and report progress; participate in trainings.

Skills

Human services basics

Behavior management

De-escalation techniques

Effective communication

Documentation skills

Mandt System knowledge

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Behavioral Health Technician certification

Human services experience preferred

Job description

SMA Healthcare in the United States is seeking staff to monitor client behavior and support health and safety within a facility. You will provide positive role modeling, apply behavior management techniques, and assist with life skills activities.

The role includes admissions/discharges, documentation, and communication with staff and authorities. Candidates should have a high school diploma, related human services experience, and potentially a Behavioral Health Technician certification.