Emergency Department Mental Health Tech – Per Diem, Crisis Intervention

Trinity Health Corp.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Part-time Per Diem Behavioral Health Support role. You will monitor patients in the ED, document conditions, and assist with crisis intervention using approved de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities include mitigating safety risks, promptly escalating concerns to ED staff and security, and providing emotional support with calming techniques. Previous behavioral health experience and clinical certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous behavioral health experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• CPI training certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct one-to-one observation of patients in the ED, while documenting the patient’s condition during monitoring
• Assist with crisis intervention by utilizing approved de-escalation and calming techniques as appropriate
• Mitigating safety of patients experiencing psychosocial crises and their physical environment
• Escalating safety or patient behavioral concerns to ED nurses, providers, or security personnel
• Provide emotional support with calming techniques when appropriate

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Problem-solving/critical thinking

Ability to manage competing priorities

Sitting for extended periods of time

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Holy Cross Health Florida in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Part-time Per Diem Behavioral Health Support role. You will monitor patients in the ED, document conditions, and assist with crisis intervention using approved de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities include mitigating safety risks, promptly escalating concerns to ED staff and security, and providing emotional support with calming techniques. Previous behavioral health experience and clinical certifications are preferred.