Behavioral Health Technician

Minimum Qualifications

• Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certification (CDCA)
• Experience working in Alcohol/Drug and/or Mental Health Experience
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate clinical documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and clinical staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a clinical or residential behavioral health setting.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support to individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders.
• Maintain thorough and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and discharge plans.
• Respond promptly and effectively to crisis situations, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and promote therapeutic engagement through structured activities and communication.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay current with best practices in behavioral health care.

Skills

The Behavioral Health Technician utilizes clinical documentation skills daily to ensure all patient interactions and care activities are accurately recorded, supporting continuity and quality of care. Crisis management and intervention skills are essential for responding to emergencies and de-escalating potentially volatile situations to maintain a safe environment. To observe and report changes in patient status, contributing valuable information to the treatment team. Knowledge of mental health conditions, informs compassionate and effective patient care and support.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Sunday thru Thursday 7 am to 3 pm