Night Behavioral Health Technician – Inpatient Care

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following established policies and patient care plans for patients with addiction, behavioral problems or mental illness.

You will interact positively with patients, help maintain a safe environment to maximize wellbeing, and promptly notify the manager of significant patient care issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of college in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, Psychology or related field preferred.
• If no college, at least 1 year of Behavioral Health Technician experience or EMT.
• Two or more years as BHT in inpatient psychiatric or addiction medicine setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under RN direction, performs direct patient care activities for patients with addiction, behavioral problems, or mental illness.
• Notifies manager of significant patient care issues and ensures a safe environment for patient wellbeing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Physical safety handling

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year college in Behavioral Health/ Allied Health/ Psychology

EMT or related experience (if no college)

2+ years as Behavioral Health Technician (preferred)

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following established policies and patient care plans for patients with addiction, behavioral problems or mental illness.

You will interact positively with patients, help maintain a safe environment to maximize wellbeing, and promptly notify the manager of significant patient care issues.