The Behavioral Health Technician cares for individuals with psychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders, following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners. The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical and emotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides personal care and behavioral assistance/interventions to assigned clients

　　Assists clients with grooming, eating/meal preparation, and toileting

　　Maintains rounding on assigned clients/patients to ensure safety as directed

　　Assists with ambulation and transfer services

　　Monitors vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure

　　Provides behavioral support services

　　Provides crisis intervention

　　Encourages independence

　　Maintains patient safety

　　Implements behavioral plans

　　Documents care per policies and procedures

　　Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　High School diploma or equivalent required

　　Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field, or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)

　　Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency program when applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.