Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Technician

Northeast Georgia Medical Center; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Clinical Support team member to assist with patient care and clerical tasks, ensuring comfort and safety for child and adolescent patients, and extending to adults if assigned. The role supports communication among staff and adheres to safety goals and unit priorities.

Candidate will perform initial assessments, help with daily activities, and participate in crisis intervention as needed, maintaining confidentiality in a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related healthcare education preferred.
• Associates degree preferred; hospital experience beneficial.
• Experience in a behavioral health or clinical setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Obtain initial patient information and document on assessment forms.
• Assist with unit orientation and patient rights explanation.
• Assist with collection of lab specimens and transport to lab.
• Engage patients in groups and therapeutic activities.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to Charge Nurse.
• Provide for hygiene and nutritional needs of patients.
• Assist with crisis intervention training and safety protocols.
• Transport patients and lab specimens between buildings as needed.

Skills

Clinical support

Confidentiality

Team building

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System seeks a Clinical Support team member to assist with patient care and clerical tasks, ensuring comfort and safety for child and adolescent patients, and extending to adults if assigned. The role supports communication among staff and adheres to safety goals and unit priorities.

Candidate will perform initial assessments, help with daily activities, and participate in crisis intervention as needed, maintaining confidentiality in a behavioral health setting.