Behavioral Health Tech Adult Inpatient Unit

Behavioral Health Technician – Adult Inpatient Unit (AIU)

Various Shifts Available, On-Site

Hiring Range: $ 22.90 - $28.06 Per Hour

Earn Additional Pay With Shift Differentials! (Up To An Additional $1.25/ Hr )

Benefits at a Glance

• Comprehensive Coverage:
  Health, Dental & Vision
• Generous PTO:
  Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
• Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Free Wellness App (2
  
  Morrow Health)
• Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support clients receiving care in our Adult Inpatient Unit. In this role, you will help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment while supporting daily needs, treatment activities, and client stabilization. You will work closely with the treatment team to monitor client well-being, facilitate unit activities, and provide consistent documentation across shifts.

If you are interested in supporting individuals during critical moments in their recovery, we encourage you to apply.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Take appropriate measures to meet client daily basic needs for health and safety including but not limited to the following tasks:
• Prepare and serve meals,
• Conduct safety checks of the units,
• Monitor clients according to the assigned levels of observation,
• Provide transportation as directed by a supervisor,
• Assist in maintaining a clean work environment,
• Assist in maintaining sufficient inventory of food and non-food items, and
• Other duties as assigned by a supervisor.
• Complete all required electronic and paper charting, documentation and data entry of clients as outlined in the appropriate KMHS guidelines, manuals, policies and procedures.
• Participate in clinical activities as directed by a supervisor including but not limited to:
• Facilitate approved group activities
• Conduct ongoing observation and assessment of client mental status during each shift,
• Record client nutritional intake, sleep and vitals,
• Run treatment groups on shift
• Take referrals appropriately
• Follow specific behavioral protocols for clients as directed by a supervisor, and other clinical activities as directed by a supervisor.
• Complete all paperwork involved in providing direct client care including but not limited to:
• Paperwork relating to admission and discharge,
• Confidentiality,
• Client rights,
• Client inventories,
• Tracking sheets, and
• Other forms as needed
• Attend all mandatory trainings on time and as scheduled.
• Keep current on all required documentation (i.e., food handler's permit, counselor licenses, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications :

EXPERIENCE:

1 year (customer service, social services, or behavioral health)

Valid Washington Food Handler card. (Can be obtained after hire)

LICENSURE:
Eligible for an Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.

Capacity to work well with children and families.

Performance Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE:

SKILLS:

ABILITIES:

Equipment Operated:
Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment :
Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods.

Mental/Physical Requirements :

• Ability to maintain audio and visual observation at all times.
• Ability to stand and be mobile for long periods.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, hold and lift as needed to successfully evade and/or participate in protective holds against client weight (40
  -250lbs).
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain calm and utilize safety training in potentially assaultive client interactions.
• Ability to move quickly and confidently to assist or intervene in potentially stressful situations.
• Successful completion of safety training, which includes…