Location: Conway,AR, USA
Come join our team as a Behavioral Health Technician, at Conway Behavioral Health! We are looking for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health. If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community, this position is right for you!
We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from:
* Competitive hourly rates
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Paid Holidays
* Paid Time Off
* HSA & FSA
* Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D
* Disability
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match
* Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program
Hours Available:
* Full-Time: 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. with rotating weekends
Conway Behavioral Health System is a leading provider of comprehensive services for adults and adolescents who have been struggling with mental and behavioral health disorders, including substance abuse and addiction.
Behavioral Health Technician Responsibilities:
* Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services.
* Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
* Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
* Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
* Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
* Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
* May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.
* May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.
* Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.
* Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
* Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.
* May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member.
* Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.