Patient Safety Technician

# Patient Safety Technician
1700 EDUCATION AVE - PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950## Overview Salary Range $19.00 - $22.50 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education  Level High School

Travel Percentage Negligible Category Nonprofit  - Social Services## Description
** Sign-on Bonus: $1,500
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* Position summary:

*** Responds to supervisor, Lead BHT, and charge nurse on duty in order to continually monitor safety and interact appropriately with adult and adolescent patients on a 24/7 behavioral health care unit.
* Participates in Seclusion and Restraint (S&R) activities, when necessary to maintain safety.
* Responsible for completing all S&R documentation, as well as any necessary incident reports for every occurrence.
* Interacts respectfully and in a dignified manner with all patients, staff, visitors, etc.
* Remains calm in crisis situations.
* Ensure safety is the first priority and be the first to respond in a crisis situation.
* First to respond to crisis situations and situations in which a patient is displaying unsafe behavior.
* Redirect patient(s) behavior in a firm, yet respectful manner, participate in verbal-de-escalation, and work as a team to implement Handle with Care (HWC) non-violent interventions to fidelity.
* Responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality (HIPAA and 42-CFR).
* Responsible for routine tasks around the unit, as directed by supervisor, Lead BHT, or charge nurse on duty.
* Attend staff meetings and trainings as requested by supervisor.
* Assist with maintaining unit cleanliness.
* Monitor patient behaviors and interactions.
** Benefits
* *** Full-time
*** Dental, vision, health, and life insurance.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Employer sponsored contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), with qualifying insurance plan.
* Paid Time Off (PTO).
* 11 paid holidays.
** Must meet eligibility requirements
*** 403b Retirement Plan, with 9% employer contribution for those who meet eligibility requirements.
* Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) loan repayment eligible for qualifying staff## Qualifications
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* Minimum Requirements:

*** High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Two years of experience interacting directly with individuals in a behavioral health setting required.
* Able to manage stressful situations and display appropriate work demeanor and boundaries.
* Demonstrate excellent customer service
* Must maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures.
* Strong oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
* Ability to pass Level II Background clearance, drug test (CBHC is a drug free workplace).
* Valid FL driver’s license, insurance, and safe driving record.