Behavior Health Technician 2nd & 3rd Shift

Behavioral Health Technician

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and professional Female Behavioral Health Technician to join our rehabilitation facility. This position provides direct support to female residents in a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment.

BHT's will provide direct care for all clients in our residential and detox programs. Under the immediate supervision of the Behavior Health Technician Manager, BHT's are responsible for monitoring, observing, and reporting client activities while providing structure and support. To be successful in this role, employees must be upbeat, positive, energetic, and outgoing, while having the ability to multi-task, take initiative and think ahead. Behavioral Health Technicians need to be able to handle client complaints and problem solve while keeping a professional and positive attitude.

Job Responsibilities

This position works primarily with female clients in a residential treatment setting. Essential job duties include same-sex observation of urine drug screens, intake searches and clothing changes, wellness checks, and other responsibilities that require protecting client privacy and dignity.

• Provide supervision and support to female residents.
• Monitor daily activities and ensure facility policies are followed.
• Assist with daily living skills and transportation as needed.
• Document resident progress and complete required reports.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and crisis situations.
• Encourage a positive, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment.
• Work collaboratively with clinical staff and other team members.
• Monitor female drug screening process

Job Requirements

-High school diploma, GED

-An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person

-Scheduling flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED.

-Must hold valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

-Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients

-Knowledge of addiction/mental health disorders preferred

-Ability to follow directives while adhering to facility policies with seamless implementation.

-Time management skills, team approach, and basic computer skills.

-Valid Driver's license

-Proof of insurance

-CPR or BLS certification (must be completed within 60 days of hire)

Physical Requirements

-Mobility - Twist, Bend, Stoop/squat, move quickly (respond to emergency), Climb stairs, Prolonged periods of standing and walking. Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces. Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina.

-Hearing - Hear normal speaking level sounds (person-to-person), Hear alarms (monitors, fire alarms, code alarm

-Visual - See information up to 24 inches away (monitors, computer screens, skin conditions), See objects up to 20 feet away (patient in room), Use depth perception, Use of peripheral vision. Use of peripheral vision and visually inspects sites to detect safety concerns.

-Strength The ability to frequently move/lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to use a fire extinguisher, requiring hand strength to squeeze and control the device.

-Work Environment Regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. Noise level may be loud at times.

-Other - Reach above shoulders/overhead, reach below the waist (electrical plugs, etc.), Reach in front (assist patient with arms out), Pick up objects with hands, Write with pen, Use computer (type), Pinch/pick or otherwise work with fingers (use keyboard, etc.), Twist at waist, Twist wrists/hands (turn objects/knobs using hands).

-Focus/Process Adherence Must be able to adhere to process protocols. Maintain focus on tasks in a busy environment.

Bridges of Hope LLC. is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Bridges of Hope LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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