Emergency Behavioral Health Tech – Crisis Care

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Emergency Department in Raeford, NC. You will perform routine patient care tasks, monitor conditions, assist with activities of daily living, and support safer, therapeutic care under supervision.

The role requires CNA or equivalent, BLS, and NCI training within 30 days. You will collaborate with medical staff, security, and nursing teams to maintain a safe environment and participate in group activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates or Bachelors in Psychology/Social Work preferred.
• Nursing Assistant certification accepted.
• BLS from the American Heart Association required.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients promoting safety and dignity.
• Assists with admissions, including contraband searches and orienting patient to room.
• Obtains vital signs and reports abnormalities to nurse.
• Assists with transfers and discharges, including collecting belongings.
• Assists with activities of daily living and emotional support.
• Assists with therapeutic holds and seclusion procedures after NCI training.
• Documents intake, output and vitals as directed by nurse.
• Facilitates Therapeutic Community Meeting and Wrap-up as assigned.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and cost containment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or Bachelors in Psychology/Social Work preferred

Nursing Assistant certification accepted

BLS from the American Heart Association required

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training within 30 days of employment

Job description

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Emergency Department in Raeford, NC. You will perform routine patient care tasks, monitor conditions, assist with activities of daily living, and support safer, therapeutic care under supervision.

The role requires CNA or equivalent, BLS, and NCI training within 30 days. You will collaborate with medical staff, security, and nursing teams to maintain a safe environment and participate in group activities.