Lead Behavioral Health Technician WRTC

Richmond Behavioral Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is looking for a Lead Behavioral Health Technician to oversee staff and ensure client safety at their WRTC facility. This role involves supervising PRN staff, coordinating meal services, and facilitating educational groups. The ideal candidate will engage with clients, teach coping skills, and manage unit operations, all while working under the guidance of the Unit Supervisor. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs and contribute to a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health settings with supervisory roles.
• Strong understanding of client care and treatment adherence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure client safety in a behavioral health unit.
• Coordinate program activities and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Client supervision

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health knowledge

Communication skills

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Behavioral Health

Job description

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The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Tech at our WRTC to provide supervision of PRN Behavioral Health Technician staff and unit oversight in the absence of the Program Manager and/or Supervisor. Responsibilities include ensuring client safety, monitoring clients with special needs, coordinating meal services, facilitating educational groups, teaching coping skills, overseeing clients' ADL performance, encouraging adherence to treatment goals, and related duties. Work is performed under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor and/or Manager, with exercise of unit shift supervision and direct responsibility over PRN staff.

Essential Functions

1. Provide staff supervision and complete annual evaluations.
2. Direct and coordinate program activities, enforce policies and procedures.
3. Respond to emergencies and assist in crisis intervention.
4. Manage unit supplies and ensure adequate staffing.
5. Monitor and maintain unit safety, assist clients with activities of daily living, hygiene, eating, and sleeping habits.
6. Facilitate and document program groups and shift activities.
7. Perform direct client services, including intake, contraband checks, bed making, and orientation.
8. Ensure laundry duties are completed, assign staff to assist clients with special needs, and serve meals.
9. Engage with clients, provide verbal support, and document progress.
10. Coordinate discharges with case management team.
11. Complete shift reports and perform clerical duties as needed.
12. Attend meetings, trainings, and seminars as assigned.