Location: Richmond,VA, USA
Description The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is currently recruiting for part-time Behavioral Health Technicians for our withdrawal management program located at our North Campus in the City of Richmond to perform intermediate skilled human support work maintaining the safety of clients, monitoring clients that may present with special needs, coordinating meal delivery and ensuring clients are served, performing and assisting clients with laundry duties, encouraging clients to adhere to treatment requirements, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Team Leader, Program Supervisor or Program Manager.Essential FunctionsMonitors and assists clients with activities of daily living.Monitors facility and grounds and whereabouts of clients; conducts inspections according to schedule and need.Performs customer service duties by meeting and greeting clients upon arrival for treatment; admits clients to the unit or facility by taking inventory of belongings; conducts tours and orientation of unit; cleans and maintains bedrooms when required.Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the unit.Ensures laundry duties for unit and clients are done in a timely manner; assists clients with special needs.Monitors performance of client job function assignments.Performs filing duties and provides directions.Prepares and maintains clinical documentation in the electronic health record and completes progress notes; completes shift reports.Organizes the group rooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, etc.Coordinates discharges in full consultation with the treatment and/or case management team.Position Requirements Bachelor'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 individuals diagnoses with mental illness, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders, group facilitation, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree in any field with QSAP or QMHP designation will be considered.Special RequirementsValid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.Ability to work weekends, variable shifts, and holidays.Basic typing and computer skills.Experience as a medical technician or CNA preferred.Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Open Date 2/20/2024 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 $23.31 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.