Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital - 1500 West Holland Avenue, White Hall, AR 71602 Behavioral Health Technician Required Experience: 1 year of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting. *Shift: Night Shift with rotating holidays and weekends*

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for conducting functional analyses of patient behavior, participating as a member of the treatment team, contributing to the Master Treatment Plan and implementing appropriate interventions from the plan. The Behavioral Health Technician conducts individual and group psychoeducation, leisure activities and life- skill training and coaching for all patients. The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for safety monitoring of patients and of the unit.

Your experience matters

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team Our behavioral health unit provides dedicated, inpatient care for adults 18+ in addition to specialized treatment for seniors aged 65+. The unit offers 24-hour supervised psychiatric treatment and crisis support for mental health issues.

What we're looking for

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Licenses/Certification: CNA preferred. BLS, preferred
• Required Experience: 1 year of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.

How you'll contribute

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• Technician who excels in this role:
• Assumes personal responsibility for maintaining professional development such as BLS and CPI.
• Observes and monitors patient’s status according to patient monitoring standards, policies and procedures. This may include completion of vital signs, weight log, intake and output, dietary intake, Q15 minute behavioral rounds sheets, admission checklists or other progress or milieu notes.