Behavioral Healthcare Technician (AM Shift, Full-Time, Substance Recovery)

Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

The Behavioral Healthcare Technician (BHT) I provides direct care and supportive services to patients in a behavioral health setting, ensuring a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. Working under the supervision of clinical leadership, the BHT I assists with activities of daily living, monitors patient well-being, supports treatment planning, administers medications, and contributes to interdisciplinary care. The technician plays a vital role in maintaining a culture of care and fostering positive behavioral and emotional outcomes for patients receiving treatment.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to multitask, manage client care, and maintain facility standards.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization.
Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff, supervisors, managed health care clinicians, and medical/mental health professionals.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and on time with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.
Proficiency in word processing and database, and/or spreadsheet applications.
Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence, and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
Valid Driver's License / Clean Driving Record
Ability to pass the Department of Justice (DOJ) Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

Medical Assisting certification, Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
Two (2) years of experience in Medical Detox, Pharmacy, SUD, Behavioral/Mental Health, EMT, or health services setting preferred.
Proficient in the English Language
Proficient communicator

Responsibilities

Patient Care & Support
Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Provides personal care assistance to patients as needed
Observes and influences patients’ behavior positively.
Support the clinical team through crisis intervention, case management, and coordination of patient treatment plans throughout treatment.
Collaborate with and assist doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation therapists working with patients to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community.
Medication Support & Health Monitoring
Administer medications and treatments following the physician’s prescriptions.
Issue medications from the dispensary and maintain records in accordance with TPEG procedures.
Reports symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients to the Nurse Practitioner and/or Facility manager, and appropriate action has been taken.
Take and record measures of the patient’s physical condition, using devices such as thermometers and blood pressure gauges.
Monitor the patient’s physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to staff.
Documents nursing observations.
Nutrition & Meal Preparation
Inventories food, labels and dates opened food items, labels food with expiration dates, organizes pantry and fridge, prepares grocery order, takes water and fridge/freezer temps.
Ensures that patients receive appropriate nutrition, including shopping for groceries, preparing meals.
Documentation & Communication
Assist in maintaining patient records by reviewing case notes and documenting progress.
Communicate patient progress by participating in interdisciplinary meetings and daily briefings.
Professional Development & Improvement
Initiates change to improve patient care; discusses changes with the doctor when appropriate.
Utilizes educational opportunities within the facility and other avenues to maintain clinical expertise to promote personal growth and development.
Supervision
Assumes responsibility and accountability, including supervision of patients in the house.
Environment & Safety
Ensures the safety of patients by consistently completing safety checks.
Maintains a clean and sanitized environment, cleaning up spills, setting up equipment, and reducing the spread of germs and infection in the patient’s living area.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stay. (Compensation for mileage, food and lodging provided.)
Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines.
Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.