Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time - Midnights - Jackson

General Summary

Full Time Benefits Eligible.

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, guidelines, and patient care plans, performs a variety of direct patient care activities for patients with addiction, behavioral problems or for mentally ill and imbalanced patients. Provides positive interactions and a safe environment to maximize patient wellbeing. Notifies manager of any significant patient care issues.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Minimum of one-year college experience in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, Psychology or related field
• If no college experience, must have at least one year of Behavioral Health Technician experience or applicable experience such as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Two or more years of experience as a Behavioral Health Technician in an inpatient psychiatric or addiction medicine setting preferred (depending on location hired)
• Ability to physically manage patients when necessary in a safe and therapeutic manner
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients providing comfort, empathy, encouragement, and support
• Analytical skills necessary to assess patients and gather data relevant to patient care
• Ability to work in cooperation with other health care providers to provide quality, safe care to patients

• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation
• Maintain active BLS certification
• Must complete WELLE training within first three months of becoming a Behavioral Health Technician (location specific)
• Maintain active WELLE certification

• Organization:
  Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Department: MH - General Adult Unit
• Shift: Night Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable