Impactful Behavioral Health Technician - Patient Care

Addiction And Mental Health Services; Jacksonville (FL); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Great Place to Work Certification

Comprehensive benefits package

Résumé du poste

Lakeview Health in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join our addiction treatment team. The role involves supporting patients within the Bradford program, supervising daily activities, and ensuring safety and compliance with established treatment policies.

The position requires effective communication, a valid driver’s license, CPR certification, and the ability to work around patients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS preferred; one year experience in alcohol/drug treatment with direct patient contact preferred
• Candidates must possess the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of chemical dependency recovery
• Maintain records and have good communication skills
• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record

Responsabilités

• Assist in luggage and body searches
• Monitor and sometimes facilitate the Book Studies and Recovery meetings
• Document hourly checks and track patient locations around the facility
• Ensure patients follow the Bradford Program Schedule and are on time for assignments
• Supervise and sometimes facilitate patient activities as directed
• Ensure patients are in their rooms at designated times in the evening
• Oversee med line to prevent diversion and de-escalate situations
• Assist patients to and from activities, medication times, and meals when unable to walk
• Assist the counselor and engage in documentation as assigned
• Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures
• Demonstrate ability to help patients overcome denial and complete treatment goals
• Manage communities, redirect behavior, and document shift reports
• Attend staff training and programs as directed
• Assist nurses as directed by supervisor
• Drive patients to appointments and outings; purchase sundries as directed

Connaissances

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

CPR certification

Formation

Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science/CRC/CRSS preferred

Description du poste

Lakeview Health in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join our addiction treatment team. The role involves supporting patients within the Bradford program, supervising daily activities, and ensuring safety and compliance with established treatment policies.

The position requires effective communication, a valid driver’s license, CPR certification, and the ability to work around patients in a fast-paced environment.