Emergency Behavioral Health Technician

experiencedAlliedHealth; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Free onsite parking

Shift and weekend differentials

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite child care

Job summary

Augusta Health in Fishersville, VA is seeking a Mental Health Worker for Behavioral Health Emergency Services to provide direct patient care to psychiatric patients in the emergency department, under the supervision of a registered nurse. Qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days of hire, and de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually.

Preferred qualifications include an associates degree in mental health and healthcare experience; strong communication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• De-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Human Rights Training

Restraint Competency

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Ambulation assistance

Professional demeanor

Physical/mental endurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in mental health (preferred)

Job description

Augusta Health in Fishersville, VA is seeking a Mental Health Worker for Behavioral Health Emergency Services to provide direct patient care to psychiatric patients in the emergency department, under the supervision of a registered nurse. Qualifications include a high school diploma, BLS within 30 days of hire, and de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire and annually.

Preferred qualifications include an associates degree in mental health and healthcare experience; strong communication