Crisis Behavioral Health Technician - Adult & Child

David Lawrence Center; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate PTO Accrual

Full Benefits W/401k Match

Professional Development & Tuition Aid

EAP & Wellness Programs

Job summary

The David Lawrence Center seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support adults and children in crisis units in Naples. This role focuses on safety, compassionate care, and a therapeutic environment during 12-hour day shifts on a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, assisting with ADLs, supervising admissions/discharges, using trauma-informed approaches, and collaborating with nurses, therapists and psychiatrists. Prior crisis unit experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior behavioral health crisis unit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, therapeutic Milieu and observe patient behavior.
• Provide non-clinical patient support and assist with ADLs.
• Monitor vital signs and participate in group activities.
• Apply verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention under supervision.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and visitation per policy.
• Communicate with clinical staff and attend handoffs and trainings.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication

Ability to maintain composure

Knowledge of mental health diagnoses

Trauma-informed care

Diversity/inclusive care

Microsoft Office 365 & Teams

Training/compliance upkeep

Fingerprinting/Background checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

The David Lawrence Center seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support adults and children in crisis units in Naples. This role focuses on safety, compassionate care, and a therapeutic environment during 12-hour day shifts on a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, assisting with ADLs, supervising admissions/discharges, using trauma-informed approaches, and collaborating with nurses, therapists and psychiatrists. Prior crisis unit experience is preferred.