Pediatric Behavioral Health Tech – Day Shift

Nicklaus Children's Hospital; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to support pediatric psychiatry services on days. The role involves supervising and engaging patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and helping the care team maintain a therapeutic milieu.

Under RN direction, you will participate in group sessions, monitor patient safety, and assist with admissions paperwork. Strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential to ensure high-quality patient care in a busy

Qualifications

• Requires CPI (Crisis Intervention) training prior to Orientation.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required and maintained.
• Background check and good moral character affidavit.
• Complete orientation hours plus 12 hours of in-service training in first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living activities to patients and maintain a safe environment.
• Assist with activities of daily living, personal care, and comfort measures.
• Assist with intake paperwork under RN supervision and document observations in charts.
• Communicate patient behavior to the care team and report changes to RN.
• Conduct group sessions with a preset agenda and monitor safety.
• Support unit activities and assist with weights, vital signs, and specimen collection.

Skills

Clear communication

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to support pediatric psychiatry services on days. The role involves supervising and engaging patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and helping the care team maintain a therapeutic milieu.

Under RN direction, you will participate in group sessions, monitor patient safety, and assist with admissions paperwork. Strong communication and de-escalation skills are essential to ensure high-quality patient care in a busy