Compassionate Behavioral Health Tech - PRN

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Edgemont (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Haven Behavioral Healthcare, an Oceans Healthcare Company, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu and to perform patient care activities within training and experience. The BHT will uphold safety, regulatory compliance, and Oceans' mission in daily tasks and performance improvement standards.

Essential functions include following policies, applying therapeutic interventions for behavioral challenges, accurate charting, vital

Qualifications

• Performs patient care activities under supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Adheres to Joint Commission and state/federal regulations.
• Maintains accurate and timely patient records.
• Demonstrates de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and nutrition information.
• Ensure patient safety and report significant observations to the nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

De-escalation

Patient care documentation

Infection control

Job description

Haven Behavioral Healthcare, an Oceans Healthcare Company, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu and to perform patient care activities within training and experience. The BHT will uphold safety, regulatory compliance, and Oceans' mission in daily tasks and performance improvement standards.

Essential functions include following policies, applying therapeutic interventions for behavioral challenges, accurate charting, vital