Temp Behavioral Health Technician

Cumberland Hospital, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Hospital is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician for a temporary role focusing on compassionate care and support for adolescents. This full-time position requires effective communication and intervention skills, along with a commitment to professional standards and compassionate patient management.

Benefits

Free Registered Nurse schooling for qualified candidates

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Free meals

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Successful completion of training in First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision for adolescents.
• Document treatment plans and interventions.
• Assist in managing aggressive behavior.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Responsibilities

Temp (6 Months) Behavioral Health Technician (MHT) - Career Opportunity

We're actively looking for dependable & motivated role models skilled in leadership & communication who will provide compassionate care and support to help patients achieve long-term recovery and wellness.

Full-Time:40 hours per week; 8-hour and 12-hr shifts available.

Our regular shifts are:

• 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
• 7:00 pm - 7:00 am
• 3:00 pm - 7:00 am
• 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
• Rotating Weekends for all shifts
• We try to accommodate shift preference; however, not all shifts are available at all times.
• Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx. 8:00am-4:30pm each day, Monday-Friday

Job Description & Essential Duties:

• Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting
• Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed
• Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with patient/resident treatment plans and interventions
• Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff
• Serve as a role model for residents and other staff
• Assist in management of aggressive behavior

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred

Successful candidates must also be able to:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Effectively use the full range of body motion -- sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed
• Reflect behavior, attitude, & appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Successfully complete and pass all components of Crisis Prevention Institute & Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training
• Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques

Benefits:https://benefits.uhsguest.com/

• Free Registered Nurse schooling for interested and qualified Mental Health Technicians!!!
• Please note that you will not accrue PTO or be eligible for benefits in this position.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free meals!

Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience.

Cumberland Hospital is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace.

A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of new employees.