Night Behavioral Health Technician — Impactful Rehab Support

Bradford Health Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Health Services in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Night Behavioral Health Technician to support patient care on our inpatient rehab unit. You will assist with orientation, monitor patient locations, follow the treatment schedule, and help with activities and meals as needed.

Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science or CRSS/CRC preferred, maintain CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and record-keeping skills.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS preferred.
• Candidates must possess the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of the principles of chemical dependency recovery.
• Maintain records and have good communication skills.
• Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must be able to walk within the facility and on the grounds of the facility for approximately one (1) mile per every eight (8) hour shift.
• Must be able to continuously sit for approximately three (3) hours per eight (8) hour shift.
• Must be able to administer CPR and be certified.
• Must be able to see and hear constantly.
• Must be emotionally and physically capable of functioning under stressful situations.
• Must be able to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to one (1) hour.
• If recovering, two years of continuous verifiable abstinence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in luggage and body searches
• Monitor and sometimes facilitate the Book Studies and Recovery meetings
• Must be aware of patient locations, at all times, circulating around the facility on a regular basis and document hourly checks
• Assure that all patients follow the Bradford Program Schedule and are on time for each assignment
• Supervise and sometime facilitate patient activities as directed
• Assure the patients are in their rooms at the designated time in the evening
• Oversee med line to prevent diversion and to de-escalate situations as they arise
• Assist patients to and from activities, medication times, and meals when unable to physically walk
• Assist the counselor as assigned and engage in appropriate documentation
• Responsible for the adherence to all applicable policies and procedures
• Demonstrate the ability to assist patients in overcoming their denial and resistance to treatment and completion of treatment goals
• Demonstrate the ability to manage communities, redirect behavior, and document shift reports
• Attend staff training and programs as directed
• Assist nurses as directed by supervisor
• Drive patients to and from appointments, to include patient outings, as directed
• Drive to purchase patient sundries and miscellaneous items; including nicotine products as directed

Skills

Effective communication

Record maintenance

Valid driver’s license

Good driving record

CPR certification

Mobility/physical stamina

Sobriety recovery background

Education

Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS

Job description

Bradford Health Services in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Night Behavioral Health Technician to support patient care on our inpatient rehab unit. You will assist with orientation, monitor patient locations, follow the treatment schedule, and help with activities and meals as needed.

Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science or CRSS/CRC preferred, maintain CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication and record-keeping skills.