Behavior Health Technician

Location: Indianapolis

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* Title:

** Behavioral Health Technician I  
** Company:
** Adult & Child Health  
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* Location:

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* * Indianapolis/Greenwood
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* Employment Type:

** Full-Time,
** 3rd Shift
**** Employee Assistance Program** – 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation at no cost  
** Supportive Workplace Culture** –A trauma-informed, person-centered environment that values each individual  
** Additional Perks & Benefits** – See full details at the end of this posting
* Assist clients with personal care needs (bathing, grooming, dressing, etc.).
* Perform all duties listed under Residential Facility responsibilities.
* Ensure medication practices follow training and physician orders.
* Monitor and document vital signs and critical health symptoms.
* Promote adherence to program expectations using trauma-informed approaches; promptly communicate concerns to the treatment team.
* Actively participate in treatment planning by identifying client strengths, needs, and preferences.
* Document exceptional behaviors, safety concerns, and shift change information accurately.
* Assist with client orientation including rights review, vital signs, safety searches, and specimen collection.
* Facilitate urine collection, testing, lab-send-offs, and documentation.
* Answer phones, take messages, and respond to crisis calls professionally.
* Assist, educate, and redirect clients regarding daily living activities.
* Monitor and document client activity including bed checks during overnight shifts.
* Ensure client attendance and participation in scheduled activities.
* Model positive behavior and solution-focused problem-solving.
* Ensure compliance with precaution protocols and related documentation.
* Observe and communicate health concerns promptly to supervisors or treatment teams.
* Prepare for and facilitate group sessions (rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, recreation).
* Provide transportation to appointments as assigned.
* Maintain a clean and safe environment through consistent housekeeping practices.
* Report maintenance and safety hazards promptly.
* Follow all program policies, procedures, and organizational code of conduct.
* Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
* Demonstrate commitment to organizational goals and mission.
* Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.
* Understanding of confidentiality requirements for behavioral health and substance use treatment.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills, including clear and concise documentation.
* Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
* Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
* Ability to write routine reports and professional correspondence.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with clients, families, and community partners.
* Ability to follow instructions delivered verbally, in writing, or diagram form.
* Basic keyboarding skills and proficiency navigating electronic medical records.
* Ability to solve problems with multiple variables in structured situations.
* Ability to build rapport while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
* High school diploma or equivalent
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* * two (2) years of responsible employment required;
* Experience in human services preferred.
* Successful completion of background check including criminal, driving, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint clearances.
* Completion of New Hire Orientation and all required annual trainings (including Relias).
* Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and active auto insurance.
* First Aid certification within 3 months of hire.
* CPR certification within 3 months of hire.
* Medication Administration training per program standards.
* Behavioral Management training within required time frames:  + CPI for Residential programs  + Crisis Management via Relias for Outpatient programs
* Completion of required 36 hours of training within two years and 40 hours annually ongoing.
* Knowledge of program-specific policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
* Age requirements for operating company vehicles:  + 21+ for standard vehicles  + 23+ for 15-passenger vans
* ** Adolescent program:
** Must complete specialized youth-behavior training within 6 months (communication, trauma, abuse, peer pressure, etc.).
* Exert up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weight frequently.
* Frequent hand, finger, and arm movements for writing and typing.
* Primarily seated work with occasional standing or walking.
* ** Generous Paid Time Off**
* ** Comprehensive Benefits Package:
** Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more
* ** Extensive Training Programs:
** Initial, ongoing, and supportive
* ** Career Mobility:
** Strong internal promotion culture
* ** Supportive, Inclusive Workplace:
** Prioritizes wellbeing, belonging, and employee happiness
** Employee benefits package:
** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
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