Reach Behavioral Technician II

· Reports incidents as required by agency policy as well as local state and federal laws.

· Maintains timely documentation, behavior/symptom tracking, and other data, including incident and accident reports.

· Responds to individual safety needs, including reporting significant changes in behavior and health.

· Collaborates with the homes Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor/RN, Medical Director, Clinical Director and other staff with clinical expertise on presentation of needs, behavioral tracking, attempted interventions, plan of care and discharge planning.

· Communicates with other staff and supervisor on progress, needs, concerns and changes.

· Performs housekeeping duties as assigned, including meal preparation in accordance with individual dietary needs and preferences.

· Adheres to program standards and policies as well as local, state and federal regulations

· Assists with discharge planning.

· Attends appropriate work- related workshops, in-service trainings, and conferences.

· Maintains regular attendance and punctuality, manages use of PTO time, and follows all policies and procedures regarding time off.

· Follows all ESPH Policies and Procedures, including Universal Precautions practices.

· Must demonstrate ESPH valued behaviors of Accountability, Commitment and Caring as appropriate to position.

· Completes required training within prescribed timeframes.

· Performs related duties as requested.

Why Join Us?

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

Compensation & Benefits • Competitive Rate

• $22 – $25 / hour based on experience
• Paid training: CPR / first-aid, Mindset, Medication Administration, Infectious Disease, Seizure Management, and QMHP-T supervision!
• Additional yearly stipends provided as grant funding permits!!
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance(company paid)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

What we are looking for

Equipment Used

· Standard office equipment

computer, fax, phone, scanner, copier. Use of personal transportation may be required.

· Standard home equipment

stove, oven, microwave, washer, dryer, dishwasher, and vacuum.

Pre-employment and training requirements

• Satisfactory background check and motor vehicle report.
• Satisfactory Tuberculosis (TB) Screening.
• Current satisfactory completion of therapeutic interventions training - either Therapeutic Options of Virginia (TOVA) or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) approved curricula. (Can be acquired upon hire.)
• Current satisfactory completion of Medication Administration training (provided by appropriate credentialed and certified trainer). (Can be acquired upon hire)
• Current approved certification to provide emergency CPR/First Aid
• Additional required orientation and trainings required by the organization.

• Working Environment and Physical Demands
• Must possess the necessary abilities to perform tasks such as develop written communication as well as reviewing work to determine accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, and being able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, bend and assist individuals with mobility needs.
• Must be able to hear with in normal ranges
• Must be able to talk in order to articulate crisis prevention, intervention and de-escalation supports.
• Must be able to see with or without accommodation to observe individuals.
• Facility and community
• Travel is required and exposure to weather elements will occur.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Including but not limited to essential personal are expected to work in inclement weather and/ or remain on shift until relieved. ***Easterseals seeks volunteers willing from time to time to support other homes as needed.
• Information available.
• I have reviewed this job description; it has been discussed with me; I understand the performance expected of me.
• I understand that this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee assigned to this job.