Behavioral Health Technician

Opportunity Description

Immediate need Mental Health Therapy Aides for a Pediatric Biobehavioral Unit.

Job Duties

Take and record vital signs

Complete patient admission documentation, assist with appropriate physical examination of patients, collect specimens

Monitor patient intake / output, transport patients, orient new patients to unit regulations and daily routine

Assist patient in the completion of hygiene needs

Develop therapeutic relationships under nursing supervision and interact therapeutically with patients during activities

Intervene on behalf of the patient during crisis situations

Aply clinical and psychological interventions based on age appropriateness and developmental stage, perform safety checks on assigned shift.

Experience & Skills Required

Current Certification in CPR.

Minimum of 2 year of experience preferred, 1 year required.

Prior experience in an inpatient setting preferred.

Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skill.

Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication skills with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.

Benefits

• Excellent pay tailored to your needs
• Referral bonus program
• Weekly direct deposit
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Low cost Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Travel reimbursement
• 401K options
• 24 / 7 support before, during and after your assignment
• CEU reimbursements
• Licensure reimbursement

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