Mohawk Valley Health System·City of Utica, New York
The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include monitoring patient behavior, recording vital signs, and maintaining a safe environment within the psychiatric unit.
Job Summary Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee, the Behavioral Health Technician provides direct and indirect patient care. Provides a clean, safe environment, maintains equipment and supplies. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities Core Job Responsibilities
Orients new patients to the unit Records and processes patient belongings on admission and at discharge Performs and records patient vital signs, intake and output; notifies RN on any changes Monitors patient's compliance with pre and post procedure instructions under the supervision of a RN Continuously observes patient behavior, mental status and activities. Notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors Maintains equipment and supplies Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities Performs other duties as required
High school graduate or equivalent One-two years’ experience as a nursing assistant or as a mental health worker required Ability to effectively communicate in English; both verbally and in writing
Crisis Prevention Intervention training preferred. Additional languages preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements REQUIRED: Current BLA certification
Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 98394 Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 12.50 FTE 0.9 Work Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union 2006 - UFCW Pay Range $18 - $23 per hour
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.