Pediatric Behavioral Health Tech — Direct Care

Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center in Springfield, Illinois, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide direct patient care under registered nurse supervision and to maintain a therapeutic milieu with proper resident supervision. The position involves recording vitals, assisting with head-to-toe assessments, documenting health data, and leading group sessions.

Applicants should have a high school diploma/GED; CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BA or BS in a related mental health field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record patient vital signs and assist with head-to-toe assessments.
• Maintain proper clinical documentation and health data records.
• Run therapeutic group sessions and crisis intervention.
• Perform Q15 observation rounds and ensure appropriate resident supervision.

Skills

Behavioral health care

Education

High school diploma/GED

BA/BS in related field

Job description

Lincoln Prairie Behavioral Health Center in Springfield, Illinois, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide direct patient care under registered nurse supervision and to maintain a therapeutic milieu with proper resident supervision. The position involves recording vitals, assisting with head-to-toe assessments, documenting health data, and leading group sessions.

Applicants should have a high school diploma/GED; CPR certification is required.