Geriatric Behavioral Health Tech - Nights & Tuition Reim

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking staff for Behavioral Health - Geri Psych at UAB St. Vincent's East.

The role involves direct patient care for adults and geriatric patients with acute and chronic mental health needs, with a team-based approach focused on stabilization, recovery, and long-term wellness. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, providing direct patient care and interventions, monitoring behavior, and building therapeutic relationships.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Nurse Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral health patient care.
• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provide or assist with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities; report changes and suggest modifications to treatment plan.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative relevant experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

UAB Medicine is seeking staff for Behavioral Health - Geri Psych at UAB St. Vincent's East.

The role involves direct patient care for adults and geriatric patients with acute and chronic mental health needs, with a team-based approach focused on stabilization, recovery, and long-term wellness. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, providing direct patient care and interventions, monitoring behavior, and building therapeutic relationships.