BHT (Behavioral Health Technician) - NIGHT

Solero Columbus; Columbus (OH); In loco; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical plans

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Solero Behavioral Transitions offers overnight, structured care for adults with substance use and mental health challenges in Pickerington, OH. Night shifts run 7:00 PM–7:30 AM with 3x12 and rotating weekends.

The role involves direct patient care, ADL assistance, and continuous monitoring with timely reporting to the RN. Candidates should have education in behavioral health and crisis intervention skills, plus a willingness to train in strict safety protocols.

Competenze

• Crisis intervention skills required; Handle with Care training preferred but will train.
• Experience facilitating group sessions or activities is valued.
• Strong communication with RNs and team; maintain patient safety and confidentiality.

Mansioni

• Provide direct patient care overnight, assist with ADLs, promote dignity and safety.
• Monitor patients for behavioral, psychiatric, medical, and withdrawal changes; report to RN.
• Perform scheduled clinical tasks like vital signs, glucose monitoring, withdrawal assessments.
• Conduct safety rounds, observations, contraband searches, and control unit access overnight.
• Assist with overnight admissions, orientation, and discharge activities.
• Facilitate overnight therapeutic/recovery activities; provide patient support.

Conoscenze

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Team communication

Clinical observation

Formazione

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Health

High School Diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: Pickerington, OH

Shifts Available: Night (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) 3 x 12 and every other weekend rotation

About Solero Behavioral Transitions

Solero Behavioral Transitions offers a safe, structured environment for adults managing substance use and mental health challenges. As a dual diagnosis outpatient program, we provide integrated treatment for individuals with primary substance use or mental health disorders.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide direct patient care during overnight hours, including assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed while promoting dignity, independence, and safety.
• Monitor patients throughout the night for behavioral, psychiatric, medical, and withdrawal-related changes, promptly reporting any concerns or significant observations to the Registered Nurse (RN).
• Perform scheduled and as-needed (PRN) clinical tasks, including obtaining vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, withdrawal assessments, and other delegated patient care activities within scope of practice.
• Conduct routine safety rounds, continuous observations, contraband searches, and monitor unit access to maintain a safe and secure therapeutic environment during overnight hours.
• Assist with overnight admissions, patient orientation, room preparation, and early-morning discharge activities to ensure a smooth transition of care.
• Facilitate and document approved overnight therapeutic, recreational, or recovery-focused activities as scheduled, while providing individual patient support and encouragement.
• Respond promptly and professionally to behavioral health crises by utilizing de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention skills, and established safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, quiet, and therapeutic environment that promotes patient rest, healing, and recovery in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of patient observations, interventions, and assigned responsibilities in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with patients, Registered Nurses, providers, and members of the interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure continuity of care between shifts.
• Participate in shift report and handoff communication to provide accurate updates on patient status, safety concerns, and ongoing care needs.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, infection prevention standards, patient confidentiality requirements, and regulatory guidelines while delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 or older
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Health field is a plus.
• Demonstration of group facilitation skills, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and treatments.
• Crisis intervention skills. Handle with Care training/certification preferred, but will train.

Why You'll Love It Here (Full-Time Benefits)

• Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs