Behavioral Health Technician II (Over-Night)

Job DetailsJob Location

• La
• Crosse
• Care
• Center -
• La
• Crosse,
• WI 54601Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeEducation
• Level: 4
• Year
• DegreeBehavioral
• Health
• Technician
• II
• Reports To:
• Program
• Supervisor
• Department:
• La
• Crosse
• County
• Care
• Center
• FLSA
• Status:
• Non-Exempt
• Travel: <10%

Job Status: Full-Time (Over Night) Shift/Schedule: 40 hours per week & as needed

Position Summary

Under supervision, the Behavioral Health Technician II is responsible for assisting with the daily functions of the program unit and patient care working within a treatment team model. The Behavioral Health Technician II, following AODA/Mental Health program policies and procedures, provides direct services to clients, and following through on previously determined AODA/Mental Health goals. The Behavioral Health Technician II must conduct themselves in an ethical and professional manner in keeping with program and company philosophies and policies. High quality professional relationships as exemplified by honest, respect and fairness must be maintained at all times. Reasonable Accommodations Statement Persons occupying this position must be able to perform all essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential Functions Follow program policies of the program Process admissions, reviewing client’s rights and responsibilities, checking belongings and conducting a urine analysis for all incoming clients Provide daily client care by managing a caseload of clients Administer medications within the Program Chart admissions and interactions with clients through at least a note per shift, and any significant interaction Complete communication log for your shift, and conduct a thorough 30 minute shift report Ensure each client receives a discharge summary, and leave with all their belongings and medications Maintain a safe, secure, clean environment for clients and staff. Turn down and prepare each room for the incoming clients Maintain familiarity with client AODA/Mental Health treatment/service plans and assist in follow through of the clients’ goals. Maintain all required certifications. Intervene in AODA/Mental Health crisis situations. Maintain effective working relationships with members of program team. With direction, assist in referring clients to appropriate AODA/Mental Health services. Assist clinicians/supervisors, when directed. Plan and participate in program groups, recreation, and other activities with the staff, as assigned. Transport clients to appointments, meetings, or organized events and drive to pick-up medications using the company vehicle Perform all other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor. Qualifications Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in health/social services AND 2 plus years of paid experience CNA is beneficial but not required Valid Driver's License Good written and oral presentation skills. Knowledge of MS Office, Word, and Excel programs Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 15-20lbs. Position must pass a drug screen and criminal background check and be free of offenses prohibiting employment under HSF12 at the time of employment, and annually thereafter. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. Tellurian is an equal opportunity employer who fully supports equal access for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or testing, family and medical leave, and sexual orientation. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth a complaint in good faith to the employer or government agency, or participate in said investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.