Lead Behavioral Health Tech – Adolescent Inpatient

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA, seeks a dedicated Behavioral Health support role for adolescent inpatient services. You will deliver direct and indirect patient care, assist with daily living activities, and document observations to guide care plans.

The role requires leadership, critical thinking, and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team. You will collaborate with RNs, participate in crisis interventions, and help maintain safety and compliance with hospital

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, independent and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences.
• Behavioral management group leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct and indirect patient care per hospital policies and standards.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and documents care data.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Demonstrates leadership and crisis intervention skills; mentors new staff as needed.
• Supports compliance with regulatory agencies and infection control protocols.
• Ensures patient safety and adherence to patient identification procedures.
• Assists in coordinating patient activities, group sessions and patient education.

Skills

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Knowledge of patient safety & laws

Education

Nurse Aide or equivalent program

EMT/Medical Assistant background

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA, seeks a dedicated Behavioral Health support role for adolescent inpatient services. You will deliver direct and indirect patient care, assist with daily living activities, and document observations to guide care plans.

The role requires leadership, critical thinking, and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team. You will collaborate with RNs, participate in crisis interventions, and help maintain safety and compliance with hospital