Lifepoint Health·White Hall, Arkansas
The Behavioral Health Technician conducts functional analyses of patient behavior and implements interventions from the Master Treatment Plan. They are responsible for safety monitoring, leading psycho-educational groups, and providing life-skill coaching for adult and senior psychiatric patients.
Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital - 1500 West Holland Avenue, White Hall, AR 71602 Behavioral Health Technician Required Experience: 1 year of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting. *Shift: Night Shift with rotating holidays and weekends*
The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for conducting functional analyses of patient behavior, participating as a member of the treatment team, contributing to the Master Treatment Plan and implementing appropriate interventions from the plan. The Behavioral Health Technician conducts individual and group psychoeducation, leisure activities and life- skill training and coaching for all patients. The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for safety monitoring of patients and of the unit.
Our behavioral health unit provides dedicated, inpatient care for adults 18+ in addition to specialized treatment for seniors aged 65+. The unit offers 24-hour supervised psychiatric treatment and crisis support for mental health issues.
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Technician who excels in this role:
Assumes personal responsibility for maintaining professional development such as BLS and CPI.
Observes and monitors patient’s status according to patient monitoring standards, policies and procedures. This may include completion of vital signs, weight log, intake and output, dietary intake, Q15 minute behavioral rounds sheets, admission checklists or other progress or milieu notes.
Reports patient complaints or other concerns in a timely manner.
Provides verbal and written input to nursing staff via ongoing reporting and end of shift report so patient’s needs and care can be prioritized.
Demonstrates proficiency and skill in providing care to patients; orienting to unit, transport; de-escalation; teaching of coping skills, conflict resolution, problem solving skills; assistance with activities of daily living; admission & discharge procedures, response to codes; use of CPI techniques and Life Coaching skills.
Demonstrates effective on-going observations and evaluation of patient/family response to the interventions; reports changes in condition to the nurse assigned.
Demonstrates the ability to co-lead patient psycho-educational groups on the unit as well as provide care in a manner that is consistent with the Master Treatment Plan. Takes initiative to ensure that active treatment is occurring on the unit as scheduled and encourages all patients to participate in unit groups and programming.
Provide timely and accurate information on patient's behaviors and progress to the interdisciplinary team.
Serves in a Supervisory or Lead role, as requested.
Conduct individual Life Coaching, Psychoeducation and Supportive Counseling to assigned patients and in accordance with Master Treatment Plan goals.
Provide leadership and/or co-leadership of group therapy sessions related to: leisure skills, life skills and psychoeducation.
Lead and/or actively participate in the management of acute behavioral episodes using approved de-escalation techniques, such as CPI.
EEOC Statement Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital - Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital - Behavioral Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a psychiatric inpatient setting. CNA and BLS certifications are preferred.
Market context
In Arkansas, Behavioral Health Technician roles are commonly tied to inpatient, residential, and acute care settings where staffing needs can be steady. These positions are competitive because employers often look for prior psychiatric healthcare experience and expect quick completion of CPR and de-escalation training, while a CNA credential can strengthen your application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then be ready to highlight hands-on behavioral support experience and your plan to meet post-hire certification deadlines.