Behavioral Health Technician Job at ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC, Lucedale, MS

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  • ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC
  • Lucedale, MS

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: CLINICAL

REPORTS TO: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN MANAGER

Entry Level Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS preferred; one year experience in alcohol/drug treatment with direct patient contact preferred. Candidates must possess the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of the principles of chemical dependency recovery. Maintain records and have good communication skills.

1. Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.

2. Must be able to walk within the facility and on the grounds of the facility for approximately one (1) mile per every eight (8) hour shift.

3. Must be able to continuously sit for approximately three (3) hours per eight (8) hour shift.

4. Must be able to administer CPR and be certified.

5. Must be able to see and hear constantly.

6. Must be emotionally and physically capable of functioning under stressful situations.

7. Must be able to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to one (1) hour.

8. If recovering, two years of continuous verifiable abstinence.

General Responsibilities:

Behavioral Health Techs are integral in the overall functioning of the facility. In all instances, the Techs will interact with the patient in accordance with established treatment policies and procedures. Techs may facilitate patient orientation, as necessary.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in luggage and body searches.

2. Monitor and sometimes facilitate the Book Studies and Recovery meetings.

3. Must be aware of patient locations, at all times, circulating around the facility on a regular basis and document hourly checks.

4. Assure that all patients follow the Bradford Program Schedule and are on time for each assignment.

5. Supervise and sometime facilitate patient activities as directed.

6. Assure the patients are in their rooms at the designated time in the evening.

7. Oversee med line to prevent diversion and to de-escalate situations as they arise.

8. Assist patients to and from activities, medication times, and meals when unable to physically walk.

9. Assist the counselor as assigned and engage in appropriate documentation.

10. Responsible for the adherence to all applicable policies and procedures

11. Demonstrates the ability to assist patients in overcoming their denial and resistance to treatment and completion of treatment goals.

12. Demonstrated the ability to manage communities, redirect behavior, and document shift reports.

13. Attend staff training and programs as directed.

14. Assist nurses as directed by supervisor.

15. Drive patients to and from appointments, to include patient outings, as directed.

16. Drive to purchase patient sundries and miscellaneous items; including nicotine products as directed.

17. Must maintain a professional demeanor and appearance, must not appear impaired or disoriented, but rather must present coherent and articulate speech, kept appearance, alert, oriented, and responsive to patients’ needs and concerns.

18. Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness as to perform the job in a safe manner.

19. Must be able to work in a cooperative manner with co-workers, managers, clients, and prospective clients.

20. Regular attendance.

21. Other duties as assigned.

Know and abide by the general provisions of 42 CFR Part2, “Confidentiality of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Patient Records”, and 45 CFR “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.” This position has unrestricted access to patient identifying and patient health information.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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