Behavioral Health Technician

**Sign-on Bonus: $1,000** **Position summary:** - Responds to supervisor, Lead BHT, and charge nurse on duty in order to continually monitor safety and interact appropriately with adult and adolescent patients on a 24/7 behavioral health care unit. - Assists with patient care management and records progress toward treatment plan objectives using the Electronic Health Record (EHR). - Lead and monitor therapeutic groups and leisure and exercise activities. Record in EHR, as required. - Interacts respectfully and in a dignified manner with all patients, staff, visitors, etc. - Complete intake/admission process: - Security/safety checks. - Conduct search of patient and belongings for contraband. - Enter information into EHR. - Complete inventory of personal belongings. - Explain consents and other documents required during admission and get patient and/or guardian signatures, as needed. - Obtain and document vital signs. - Maintain general cleanliness of the unit, laundry, making beds, infection control routines, etc. - Redirect patient(s) behavior in a firm, yet respectful manner, participate in verbal-de-escalation, and work as a team to implement Handle with Care (HWC) non-violent interventions to fidelity, when needed to assist Security Technicians. - Responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality (HIPAA and 42-CFR). - Responsible for routine tasks around the unit, as directed by supervisor, Lead BHT, or charge nurse on duty. - Attend staff meetings and trainings as requested by supervisor. - Monitor patient behaviors and interactions. **Benefits** **Full-time** - Dental, vision, health, and life insurance. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP). - Employer sponsored contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), with qualifying insurance plan. - Paid Time Off (PTO). - 11 paid holidays. **Must meet eligibility requirements** - 403b Retirement Plan, with 9% employer contribution for those who meet eligibility requirements. - Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) loan repayment eligible for qualifying staff **Minimum Requirements:** - High School Diploma or equivalent. - One year of experience interacting directly with individuals in a behavioral health setting required. - Able to manage stressful situations and display appropriate work demeanor and boundaries. - Demonstrate excellent customer service. - Must maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures. - Strong oral and written communication skills. - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. - Must be able to successfully complete and certify in Handle with Care training for all levels. - Ability to pass Level II Background clearance, drug test (CBHC is a drug free workplace) - Valid FL driver’s license, insurance, and safe driving record For more information regarding the Level II Background Screening click here: [https://info.flclearinghouse.com](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finfo.flclearinghouse.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJake.Shanahan%40ahca.myflorida.com%7C4b82b03a51ad4f4b95a108de4232c2f0%7C583c5f193b644cedb59ee8649bdc4aa6%7C0%7C0%7C639020982980038846%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xZdgpZEJ7lRUp18fRP71qweuFp0i1gIxOp6MWfK8zlM%3D&reserved=0)