Job Summary
Join our dynamic behavioral health team as a Behavioral Health Technician, where your compassion and expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health, developmental, and behavioral challenges. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care, support behavioral interventions, and assist in creating a safe and nurturing environment. Your dedication will help empower clients to achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being through personalized care and active engagement. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in mental health and behavioral support while working alongside a passionate team committed to positive change.
Duties
- Assist with intake assessments and develop individualized care plans tailored to each client’s needs.
- Support clients with daily activities, including behavior management, skill development, and social interaction exercises.
- Implement evidence-based behavior intervention techniques such as applied behavior analysis (ABA) to promote positive behaviors.
- Monitor vital signs, supervise medication administration as prescribed, and document medical information accurately within electronic medical records (EMR).
- Respond effectively to crisis situations using de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to ensure safety for clients and staff.
- Collect data on client progress, behaviors, and treatment outcomes to inform ongoing care plans.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
Skills
- Knowledge of mental health conditions including PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), substance use disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Proficiency in crisis management, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques to handle challenging situations calmly and effectively.
- Ability to perform vital signs measurement, first aid, CPR certification, and basic medical procedures confidently.
- Strong communication skills for client interaction, social work support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for managing electronic health records accurately and efficiently.
- Understanding of medical terminology, HIPAA compliance, and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special education needs is highly desirable.
- Capable of data collection, medical documentation, and supporting behavior management strategies aligned with applied behavior analysis (ABA).
Join us in delivering compassionate behavioral health services that transform lives! This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow professionally while making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
