Behavioral Health Technician
California Mental Health California Mental Health San Martin, CA San Martin, CA Full-time Full-time $22 - $26 an hour $22 - $26 an hour 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago The primary role of the Behavioral Health Technician(BHT) is in providing direct support services to female or male clients suffering from mental illness.
Specifically, the two main functions of the BHT are:
1.
Supervision of the clients 2.
Ensuring their participation intreatment-related services and facilitating psycho-educational activities of daily living and attending community support and recreational activities ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ? Have Knowledge in and assist clients with the following areas:
o Principles of nutrition, food preparation and storage, and menu planning.
o Housekeeping and sanitation principles.
o Provision of client care and supervision, including communication o Assistance with prescribed medications that are self-administered.
o Recognition of early signs of illness and the need for professional assistance.
o Availability of community services and resources.
o Universal Precautions ? Assists in the supervision of client activities and be aware of client's whereabouts at all times, including breaks and internal activities.
? Attend all mandatory training and in-house conferences/seminars.
? Engages clients in therapeutic activities as appropriate.
? Provides a brief overview of the housing program regarding program rules, procedures, and services; with each new client.
? Maintains order and ensures compliance with rules and regulations; ensures that clients conduct themselves in an orderly manner.
? Monitors and documents clients for signs of medical distress and/or behavioral concerns on an ongoing basis.
? Provides appropriate support and structure for clients in dealing with their recovery; interacts continually with clients.
? Ensures client wake-up and bedtime, escorts residents on shopping trips, recreation, meetings, medical appointments, etc.
? Enforces program rules at all times.
? Distributes daily mail to clients and observes confidentiality standards.
? Records accurate and up-to-date reports on every client and continually updates the bed list(s) to ensure that all admissions and discharges are recorded in a timely fashion.
? Reports to the supervisor of any discrepancies in the client's whereabouts.
? Responds appropriately to all medical and other emergencies.
? When assigned to drive Company vehicles, BHTs are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of vehicles.
? Conducts search of all client bags when being admitted to the facility.
Confiscates and secures any contraband found and notifies the appropriate supervisor on duty in their absence.
? Randomly inspect all rooms, common areas, hallways, and bathrooms every thirty minutes and performs a thorough search of contraband, no less than weekly.
? Must always remain awake while on shift.
? Require a valid Class B driver's license.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $26.
00 per hour Medical specialties:
Addiction Medicine Home Health Psychiatry Schedule:
8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate:
San Martin, CA 95046:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Behavioral health:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Specifically, the two main functions of the BHT are:
1.
Supervision of the clients 2.
Ensuring their participation intreatment-related services and facilitating psycho-educational activities of daily living and attending community support and recreational activities ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ? Have Knowledge in and assist clients with the following areas:
o Principles of nutrition, food preparation and storage, and menu planning.
o Housekeeping and sanitation principles.
o Provision of client care and supervision, including communication o Assistance with prescribed medications that are self-administered.
o Recognition of early signs of illness and the need for professional assistance.
o Availability of community services and resources.
o Universal Precautions ? Assists in the supervision of client activities and be aware of client's whereabouts at all times, including breaks and internal activities.
? Attend all mandatory training and in-house conferences/seminars.
? Engages clients in therapeutic activities as appropriate.
? Provides a brief overview of the housing program regarding program rules, procedures, and services; with each new client.
? Maintains order and ensures compliance with rules and regulations; ensures that clients conduct themselves in an orderly manner.
? Monitors and documents clients for signs of medical distress and/or behavioral concerns on an ongoing basis.
? Provides appropriate support and structure for clients in dealing with their recovery; interacts continually with clients.
? Ensures client wake-up and bedtime, escorts residents on shopping trips, recreation, meetings, medical appointments, etc.
? Enforces program rules at all times.
? Distributes daily mail to clients and observes confidentiality standards.
? Records accurate and up-to-date reports on every client and continually updates the bed list(s) to ensure that all admissions and discharges are recorded in a timely fashion.
? Reports to the supervisor of any discrepancies in the client's whereabouts.
? Responds appropriately to all medical and other emergencies.
? When assigned to drive Company vehicles, BHTs are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of vehicles.
? Conducts search of all client bags when being admitted to the facility.
Confiscates and secures any contraband found and notifies the appropriate supervisor on duty in their absence.
? Randomly inspect all rooms, common areas, hallways, and bathrooms every thirty minutes and performs a thorough search of contraband, no less than weekly.
? Must always remain awake while on shift.
? Require a valid Class B driver's license.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.
00 - $26.
00 per hour Medical specialties:
Addiction Medicine Home Health Psychiatry Schedule:
8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate:
San Martin, CA 95046:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Behavioral health:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
|
|
 | |
