Evening Behavioral Health Technician (2nd Shift)

Oceans Healthcare; Reading (Berks County); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Short/Long Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Oceans Healthcare is seeking a Full-time Behavioral Health Technician to join Haven Behavioral Hospital of Eastern PA in Reading, PA. The 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.) involves 5-8 hour shifts with an end-of-week rotation, supporting nursing staff and maintaining a therapeutic milieu.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and CNA certification or relevant bedside care experience. BLS and a de-escalation program completion are required or pursued after hire.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instruction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Ability to utilize Age, Disability and Cultural Specific knowledge in communicating with clients.
• Good physical and mental health with empathetic attitude and integrity.
• Must work under close supervision.
• Must complete BLS and Oceans approved de-escalation program.

Responsabilités

• Continually monitors and enforces unit rules and safety.
• Employs de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Inventory patient belongings and secure contraband; perform unit safety checks.
• Follow standard precautions and infection control; attend required trainings.
• Perform patient care tasks under supervision: vitals, weights, ADL, nutrition monitoring; report findings to nurse.
• Assist patients with laundry, meals, bathroom, and mobility needs; help at-risk patients.
• Individualize care for age, disability, and cultural needs.
• Document observations clearly: nutrition, weights, intake, vitals, outputs.
• Communicate task outcomes and follow-ups to nursing staff for continuity of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Read and write

Communication

Diversity sensitivity

Age and cultural awareness

Empathy

Supervision

BLS training

Formation

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification or 6 months patient care experience

Description du poste

Oceans Healthcare is seeking a Full-time Behavioral Health Technician to join Haven Behavioral Hospital of Eastern PA in Reading, PA. The 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.) involves 5-8 hour shifts with an end-of-week rotation, supporting nursing staff and maintaining a therapeutic milieu.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and CNA certification or relevant bedside care experience. BLS and a de-escalation program completion are required or pursued after hire.