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Job Type Part-time Description Behavioral Health Technician (PRN) - Crisis Facility We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated PRN Behavioral Health Technician to join our crisis facility team.

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Behavioral Health Technician (Part-time)

Behavioral Health Technician (Part-time)

Discovery Behavioral Health

Austin, TX • On-site

$17 - $25/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Discovery Behavioral Health rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

145th of 238 rated social care providers

Job description

Discovery Mood & Anxiety
Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with mental health and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.
Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH's Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.
Position Summary:
Behavioral Health Tech I (BHT I) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. BHT I will be contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. BHT I responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
  • Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH values.
  • Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
  • Exhibits understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
  • Understand and maintain professional boundaries and professional ethics.
  • Follows directions as given by facility leadership.
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
  • Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule, including but not limited to: waking/bedtime routines and hygiene, meals/snacks, bathroom safety observations, free time.
  • Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
  • Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
  • Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
  • Assists in the implementation of individual patient treatment plans per clinical team.
  • Supports patients during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patients to the program, preparing patients for returning home
  • Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
  • Maintains an organized and safe environment and performs basic housekeeping duties.
  • Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
  • Responsible for scheduled shifts and finding coverage if a shift cannot be worked, unless experiencing an emergency
  • Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
  • Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
  • Observes infection control policies and participates in proper hand hygiene
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Eating Disorder Division:
    • Providing supervision and support to patients during mealtimes requires staff to eat meals and snacks with patients.
    • Obtain Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days of hire, training provided. Tasks include food temperature checks, expiration date checks, and proper food storage.
    • Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
  • Substance Use Division:
    • Accurately and securely collecting urine specimens including verifying donor identification, ensuring chain of custody, and following specific handling procedures
  • Residential Treatment Only:
    • In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.
    • Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).

Knowledge, Education & Experience:
  • High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred
  • Valid and unrestricted State Driver's License
  • Must obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided
  • Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid, training provided
  • Substance Use Division: Minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery
  • Eating Disorder Division: Minimum 1 year recovery from eating disorder if in recovery

Employment Status: Part-time
Schedule: Wednesday 11am-7pm, Thursday and Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm or 11am-7pm
Work Location: On-site - Austin, TX
Compensation: Pay Range: $17.00-25.00 per hour
Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

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About Discovery Behavioral Health

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Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating, mental health, and substance use disorders, and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve. Since 1997, Center for Discovery, DBH's eating disorder division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Irvine, CA, US

Year founded

1998

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