Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

TITLE OF POSITION: BHT/Residential Support Provider - All Group Homes are located in Goodyear, AZ.

Full Time positions available; Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm and  3pm - 11pm

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with the admission and discharge process of residents

• 24/7 adult care for Seriously Mental Ill clients and substance abuse group homes.
• Assists residents in the self-administration of their medications and documenting accurately on the residents' MARs
• Responsible for conducting daily supportive groups, including AA/NA
• Responsible for implementing the daily activity and house programming schedules
• Transport residents to scheduled program activities/events, outings, medical/dental appointments, local agencies associated with their treatment plan, and when applicable unscheduled activities that arise
• Responsible to participate and provide oversight in all transportation venues outside of the home
• Responsible for the safety of the residents and house
• Responsible for documenting daily progress notes on all residents assigned
• Responsible for ensuring the residents follow their individual daily schedule
• Assisting, teaching and mentoring residents on how to prepare meals/cook

• Assisting residents in exercise/wellness activities (i.e. walks in the neighborhood)
• Assisting residents with daily living skills & ADLs, when applicable

• EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:

§ High School Diploma or GED Certificate with 1 year minimum behavioral health experience

§ At least 21 years of age

§ Ability to write sound clinical documentation that meets State, Stakeholder and company requirements.

§ Required to have excellent communication skills

PHYSICAL & MENTAL ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

§ Be able to lift at least 25 pounds

§ Be able to drive the company vehicles

§ Be able to complete required trainings and meetings as scheduled

§ Be able to physically perform the primary responsibilities within the defined working conditions

§ Be able to respond to emergencies as directed

OTHER CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES NOT INCLUDED ABOVE:

§ Current CPR Training Certification

§ Current 1st Aid Training Certification

§ Current AZ Valid Driver’s License

§ Current Fingerprint Clearance Card - Level 1

§ Current Pre-employment Physical Exam

§ Background check

§ Current TB test or XRAY exam

WORKING CONDITIONS & EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS:

§ Able to use computer, fax machine, scanner, printer, and telephone

§ Able to create and edit daily Progress Notes and MARS as instructed without error

§ Able to drive a facility vehicle

§ Able to use standard kitchen and laundry equipment

§ Able to remain standing on feet for long periods of time

§ Able to type and compose assigned documents

§ Requires going in and out of the facility several times a day

§ Assist in grocery shopping and putting individual residents' food in their specific containers

§ Physically, mentally, and actively participate with the residents in indoor/outdoor activities such as gardening, seasonal outdoor activities, taking walks, community activities, events etc.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
PPE worn and provided in the workplace at all times. Daily COVID screening and temperature readings of all staff and residents. Limited outings and limited visitors