Night Shift Behavioral Health Technician

SSM Health; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis in Bridgeton, MO is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Support professional to join our night shift team.

The role provides direct patient care in a fast-paced setting, assisting patients with daily living tasks and monitoring changes in condition under RN direction. This full-time night position requires an Associate's degree in behavioral health or a related field, with no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in the behavioral health or a related field, or equivalent years of experience and education

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care and therapeutic interventions based on patient care assignments from RN.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
• Applies knowledge of group dynamics in participating in therapeutic groups and maintaining the milieu.
• Monitors patients to ensure safety, including but not limited to rounding, environmental and safety checks.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree in behavioral health or related field

Job description

SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis in Bridgeton, MO is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Support professional to join our night shift team.

The role provides direct patient care in a fast-paced setting, assisting patients with daily living tasks and monitoring changes in condition under RN direction. This full-time night position requires an Associate's degree in behavioral health or a related field, with no prior experience required.