Behavioral Health Technician I

Brightli • St Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician I position is responsible for providing direct and supportive care to clients/patients. This includes monitoring daily activities, intervening/responding to crises, facilitating group education and structured activities, and transporting clients as needed. Behavioral Health Technicians are responsible for understanding the client's/patient's treatment plan, documenting their behaviors, and providing a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of responsible employment.
• Exceptions to qualifications may be made by the Executive Team member.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Human Services or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an integral member of the treatment team, assisting in identifying client strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
• Carrying out any additional requests from your supervisor.
• Ensure adherence to all program expectations and rules, reporting behaviors to supervisors for effective therapeutic interventions
• Adhere rigorously to all medication policies and collaborate with trained nursing staff to guarantee compliance, whether the medication is administered by the client/patient or PFH associate.
• Assist in the admission/orientation process, including obtaining vital signs if applicable, safety searches of client/patient and belongings, and collecting any necessary urine/lab specimens for testing.
• Assist and educate clients/patients in performing daily activities as needed.
• Provide transportation support for clients/patients as required.

Benefits

• Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED