Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Carrollton

Position Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with West Cares ethical standards. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur;

Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift/overnight observation of residents;

Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required;

Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety;

Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable;

Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;

Transports residents to work, school, and/or required meetings/appointments as required;

Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property;

Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate;

Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;

Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure;

Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using West Cares Incident Reporting system;

Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of West Care Foundation;

Performs any other duties as assigned.

Certifications/Licensures:

Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred;
Preference will be given certified candidates;

Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire;

Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain West Cares vehicle insurance is required.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and

Competencies:

At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required;

Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;

Excellent communication skills are required;

Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;

Ability to work well in a team environment required;

Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;

Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment;

Professional appearance and demeanor required;

Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;

Must be sensitive to populations served.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting;

Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locations may be required;

Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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