Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

1954 live openings

Position Summary

The Behavioral Tech I is responsible for observing and reporting on client behavior while implementing structure in daily programming. Essential Job Functions: Facilitates clients’ daily needs per the program schedule. Conducts property searches of clients as required. Performs urine drug screening testing of clients as required. Provides transportation services including client transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, pick-ups etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive our vehicles and clients). Observes and monitors clients’ behavior and interactions. Documentation in communication log. Maintains awareness of client schedules and personal time. Conducts regular house and grounds checks, advising supervisor of any irregularities. Assists in keeping grounds and facility safe and clean. Knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, family systems and various recovery resources in the community. Basic knowledge of referrals, both within and outside of our Organization Ability to confront behavioral changes, identify a crisis, and recognize when additional assistance is necessary. Ability to recognize personal recovery issues that have an impact on job performance and interactions with clients. Fully understands and maintains policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and patient confidentially Becomes familiar with the Policy and Procedures. Consistency required in following our policies and procedures. Follow emergency procedures exactly (notification protocols, transportation, etc.) Follow exact directions given and documents everything. Assembly, breakdown and quality assurance of client charts, light filing, and answering of telephones. Knowledge, Education, Experience: High School or GED Diploma preferred Maintains open communication lines with facility staff, clients and families. Liaisons with community agencies, vendors, and payers of health services. Some prior knowledge of drug/alcohol dependency and mental health issues. Up to one-year previous work experience preferred. Employment Status: Full time Schedule: overnight 10pm-6am Work Location: Malibu, CA Compensation Pay Range: $21- 23 hourly Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. #CM123