Behavioral Technician

Job DetailsJob Location

• Kissimmee,
• FL 34741Position
• Type:
• Part-TimeABOUT US: At Park Place Behavioral Health Care, we've been leading the way in mental health and substance use disorder services since 1976. As a multi-site facility, we provide a full spectrum of innovative behavioral health services tailored to meet the needs of both inpatient and outpatient clients. We're more than just a workplace. We’re a mission-driven community dedicated to improving lives. Every member of our team plays a vital role in empowering individuals and families to achieve wellness, live self-directed lives, and reach their full potential. Join our team of over 300 passionate professionals and become part of something meaningful. We’re proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment where every voice matters. We know that embracing different backgrounds and perspectives not only strengthens our culture but also enhances the care we provide. WHY WORK WITH US?: We offer more than just a job. We offer growth, balance, and the opportunity to make a difference.
• Our benefits include: Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Retirement Plan FMLA Leave Ongoing Training & Development Flexible Work Options (Full-time, Part-time, Contract) Career Advancement Opportunities With over 45 years of service in the community, Park Place Behavioral Health Care is a trusted leader with stability, flexibility, and purpose.
• Essential
• DUTIES
• AND
• RESPONSIBILITIES: The Duties and Responsibilities reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all related work assignments that may be inherent to the job. Monitor substance abuse client’s progress with respect to the provisions of the treatment plan, and document in the clinical record. Evaluate the impact of the service on the substance abuse clients’ quality of life. Advocate for substance abuse clients to ensure that their needs are met. Shows maturity and sensitivity to the special needs of the co-occurring disorder population. Link and refer substance abuse clients to all internal and external services needed. Coordinate cases to facilitate implementation of the treatment plan. Manage case records to ensure that proper documentation meets the standard of practice requirements. Provide supportive crisis counseling to substance abuse clients when needed. Assist with initial evaluations and assessments Performs other duties as required by the supervisor.
• CORE
• COMPETENCIES: Maturity and sensitivity to the special needs of those who have a co-occurring mental health and/or substance use disorder. Ability to communicate client needs and information to behavioral healthcare staff. Ability to utilize and navigate an electronic health record. Ability to communicate clearly about the needs of the program to the program director.
• QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS,
• Education,
• AND/OR
• EXPERIENCE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. As a 24-hour facility, you are required to be available 24 hours a day/7 days a week. High School graduate or G.E.D. Certificate. Maturity and sensitivity to the special needs of the mentally ill population Ability to assess needs of consumers. Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal direction supervision. Ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary. Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups or employees.
• Computer
• SKILLS: Must have Intermediate to advanced experience in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the use of personal computers, and standard office productivity software.
• Language
• SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• REQUIREMENTS: A valid Class E Driver’s License for positions that require driving a personal or Agency vehicle. Must maintain a minimum Bodily Injury & Property Liability insurance limit of at least $50,000 for positions that require driving one's own vehicle (POV) on Agency business. (Proof Required) PPBH is a 24/7 Agency. All employees must be available as needed when required.
• Physical
• DEMANDS: The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk or hear. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply. We can’t wait to meet you! We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We also participate with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for all employment backgrounds.
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