Evening Behavioral Health Tech – Patient Care & Support

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Technician at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital's General Adult Unit in Jackson, MI. Under RN supervision you will deliver direct patient care per care plans and support a safe, therapeutic environment.

Evening shift; requires high school diploma or GED, college experience in behavioral health or related field, or at least one year of BHT/EMT experience. Two+ years inpatient BHT experience preferred. BLS Heartsaver certification required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of college in Behavioral Health or related field.
• If no college experience, at least 1 year of Behavioral Health Technician or EMT experience.
• 2+ years as a Behavioral Health Technician in an inpatient psychiatric or addiction setting preferred.
• Ability to physically manage patients safely and therapeutically.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients with comfort, empathy, and support.
• Analytical skills to assess patients and gather data for care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care activities under supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Ensure a positive, safe environment to maximize patient wellbeing.
• Notify manager of significant patient care issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Empathy

Physical patient handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year college in Behavioral Health or related field

1 year BHT/EMT experience (if no college)

2+ years BHT in inpatient setting (preferred)

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Technician at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital's General Adult Unit in Jackson, MI. Under RN supervision you will deliver direct patient care per care plans and support a safe, therapeutic environment.

Evening shift; requires high school diploma or GED, college experience in behavioral health or related field, or at least one year of BHT/EMT experience. Two+ years inpatient BHT experience preferred. BLS Heartsaver certification required.