Patient Care Technicians - Behavioral Health Tech

Cynet Health; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech for an inpatient psychiatric unit. The technician will assist with patient care, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure stabilization and safety for adults in crisis.

Requirements include one year of experience with locked units, knowledge of vital signs, restraints, and de-escalation. A CNA/LPN/LVN or RN license and CPR certification are required, with group-therapy leadership preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of experience required; locked unit experience required.
• Experience with vital signs, 4-point restraints, and de-escalation techniques required.
• Must have state RN or LPN/LVN or CNA license in hand.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience leading group therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and monitor patients' vital signs.
• Maintain safety and stabilize patients in an inpatient psychiatric unit.
• Document patient care and behavior; use de-escalation and therapeutic communication techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
• Support daily activities and ensure patient safety; participate in crisis intervention when needed.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Vital signs

4-point restraints

Group therapy leadership

Job description

Patient Care Technicians - Behavioral Health Tech

Profession: Behavioral Health Tech

Specialty: Behavioral Health Tech

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience:

1 year of experience requiredLocked unit experience requiredExperience with vital signs, 4-point restraints, and de-escalation techniques required

License:

Must have state RN or LPN/LVN or CNA license in hand

Certifications:

BLSCPI

Must-Have:

Experience leading group therapy preferredAll patients are 18 years old and upNo on-call or float requiredCPR certification required

Description:This position is for a Behavioral Health Technician in an inpatient psychiatric unit.The unit provides care for adults experiencing acute mental health crises.The focus is on stabilization and safety.The technician will assist with patient care and monitor patients' vital signs.Experience with managing assaultive behavior and behavior management techniques is required.The technician will utilize de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication skills.Documentation of patient care and behavior is an essential part of the role.The technician will be part of an interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care.Work includes assisting with daily activities and ensure patient safety.Additional responsibilities may include conducting patient safety checks and working with crisis intervention teams.Experience with electronic health record systems is preferred.