Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Purpose Summary:

• Responsible for monitoring the safety, security, sobriety, and transportation of Victory Bay’s clients, who are in various levels of treatment for mental health.

Core Functions:

• Transportation
• Crisis Intervention
• Behavioral Management
• UDS Screening
• Relationship Building

Responsibilities Include:

• Monitor and direct the daily schedule of clients; including performing tasks and staying on schedule to attend all treatment and activities. Organization and punctuality are key.
• Transport clients to treatment facility, and back to residence in Victory Bay transport vehicle.
• Work alongside clinical staff to aid in implementation of treatment plan goals.
• Assist in implementation of specific behavioral interventions such as coping skills, emotional regulation, and tailored behavioral modification techniques.
• Foster a compassionate yet accountable environment that meets the needs of clients.
• Monitor clients and record observations in shift notes, reporting back on each client’s progress and concerns.
• Anticipate and respond to client needs, including crisis intervention and de-escalation.
• Monitor the condition and behavior of all clients for intoxication/drug use.
• Administer Urine Analysis and breathalyzer on scheduled days of the week.
• Promptly relieving previous shift and conferring with them regarding all issues and concerns.
• Conduct searches of clients at intake and assist in completing intake paperwork.
• Maintain and control company keys.
• Monitor clients and direct them into group sessions or appointments when needed.
• Make concerted effort to build relationships with each client, and model healthy communication.
• Manage and defuse conflict between clients impartially and respectfully. Effectively remind clients of rules and consequences of breach.
• Maintain a collegial but professional demeanor, reflective of healthy mental health, and appropriate boundaries.
• Adhering to scheduled client transport and arrive to the facility in a timely manner.
• Report to and communicate with Direct Supervisor.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health area preferred; will accept high school diploma or equivalent with specialized mental health training or experience.
• 1-4 years' experience working in a Mental Health Treatment Facility.
• Part Time employees are requires to work a minimum of 24 hours per month.

Required licenses or certifications:

• Driver's License
• Current CPR Certification (Can obtain through Victory Bay after hiring if not obtained prior.)
• Narcan training (Can obtain through Victory Bay after hiring if not obtained prior.)

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to lift 20-50 lbs.
• Occasional to frequent walking, sitting, standing, driving
• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing)

Benefits Include:

• 100% Paid Health Insurance Options for Employees
• 100% Paid Dental and Vision Insurance for Employees and Dependents
• 4 Weeks of PTO Accrued Annually
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually
• Generous 401k Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare, Transportation and Dependent Care