Lead Behavioral Health Technician WRTC
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Description The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Tech at our WRTC to provide general supervision of PRN Behavioral Health Technician staff and unit supervision in the absence of the Program Manager and/or Supervisor. Performs safe and effective human support work maintaining the safety of clients, monitoring clients with special needs, coordinating meal service and delivery, facilitating educational groups, teaching coping skills, overseeing clients performance of ADL's, encouraging clients to adhere to treatment goals, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor and/or Manager. Exercises unit shift supervision and direct supervisory responsibility over the PRN staff.Essential FunctionsProvides staff supervision and completes annual evaluations. Directs and coordinates program activities and enforces program policies and procedures.Responds to emergencies and assists in crisis intervention.Manages unit supplies.Ensures adequate unit staffing.Monitors and maintains unit safety; monitors clients and assists them with their activities of daily living; monitors eating/sleeping and hygiene habits.Facilitates and assists with the development of program groups and completes group documentation and shift documentation per shift.Performs direct client service duties by meeting and greeting clients upon arrival to the unit and taking an inventory to check for contraband; ensures beds are made and orients client to the unit.Ensures laundry duties for unit and client laundry is done; assigns staff to assist clients with special needs & serve meals.Engages and provides verbal support for clients face to face constantly and completes progress notes for every engagement.Coordinates discharges in full consultation with the case management team.Completes shift reports.Performs clerical duties as needed.Attends meetings, trainings and seminars as assigned.Position Requirements Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree with coursework in psychology, social work, counseling, sociology, counseling, nursing or related field and moderate experience in clinical documentation. At least 1 year experience working with people with mental illness and co-occurring disorders, group facilitation, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Special RequirementsValid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.Ability to work weekends, variable shifts and holidays.Basic typing and computer skills.This position is an internal posting only. External candidates will not be considered at this time. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Open Date 12/10/2024 Close DateAbout the Organization Join the Fearless! Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.Our Mission:RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.Our Vision: An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.Our Values:Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / IntegrityCreating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants. Starting Salary Range $53,444.01 EOE Statement Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This position is currently accepting applications.