Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechnicianInsight Institute of Neuroscience & Neurosurgery (IINN) aims to advance, challenge, and revolutionize neurosciences and medicine through scientific research and advanced technology, driven by a passion to help others regardless of any obstacles and challenges that may lie ahead. Our integrated team of medical professionals does so through creative, innovative techniques and care principles developed because of our continuous pursuit to improve the field of medicine. Our integrated team works together to find solutions to both common and complex medical concerns to ensure more powerful, reliable results. Having multiple specialties "under one roof" Insight achieves its purpose in providing a comprehensive, collaborative approach to neuromusculoskeletal care and rehabilitation to ensure optimal results. Our singular focus is Patient Care Second to None!Job Summary: Behavioral health technicians provide care and support to patients with behavioral disorders. They work directly with the patients to deliver services under the supervision of various types of behavior analysts. Their duties will include but are not limited to observing and recording patient behavior, providing emotional support, assisting with daily activities, report on patient progress, crisis intervention, maintain confidentiality, and complete documentation. The Behavioral Health Technician candidates will demonstrate excellent customer service focusing on providing patient care second to none.Benefits for our Full Time Team Members:Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coveragePaid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave401K with Matching; offerings vested fully @ 3 months of employment paired with eligibility to contributeShort & Long Disability, and Life Term insurance, complementary of Full Time EmploymentAdditional Supplementary coverages offered @ employee's elections: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, AD&D, etc.Duties:Support patient activities and ensure safety.Maintain a BHT-to-patient ratio following provider orders.Assist with daily living activities and monitor patient behavior.Familiarity with crisis intervention techniques to deescalate conflicts in a manner that keeps staff and patients safeConcentration skills to understand complex written and verbal instructions and follow them completelyBasic knowledge of anatomy, mental health conditions and common treatmentsObservational skills to pick up on changes in symptoms and behaviorsStrong oral communication skills to interact effectively with staff and patientsThorough understanding of privacy laws and safety and infection control standardsAbility to lift and steady patients who may have difficulty getting up or walking on their ownComputer skills to enter information into health information software systemsOther duties as assignedQualifications:Ability to demonstrate authorization to work in the U.S. for any employerMust be 18 years of age or older due to state requirementsGED or high school diploma preferred; experience can waive this requirement.Valid driver's license preferredExperience in a behavioral health hospital setting preferredEmployee must be in good standing to be considered for internal transfer.Compassionate, caring, and service-oriented are characteristics desired for this position.Must be able to assist patients in day-to-day tasksInsight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!