Behavioral Health Technician

　　Job Details

　　Job Location

　　Carrollton - 2385 Oak Grove Church - Carrollton, GA

　　Position Type

　　Full Time

　　Education Level

　　High School

　　Salary Range

　　$15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

　　Travel Percentage

　　Up to 25%

　　Job Shift

　　Day

　　Job Category

　　Nonprofit - Social Services

　　Description

　　Position Summary:

　　The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with WestCares ethical standards. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

　　Essential Job Functions:

　　Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur;

　　Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift/overnight observation of residents;

　　Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required;

　　Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety;

　　Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable;

　　Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;

　　Transports residents to work, school, and/or required meetings/appointments as required;

　　Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property;

　　Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate;

　　Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;

　　Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure;

　　Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using WestCares Incident Reporting system;

　　Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;

　　Performs any other duties as assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　Certifications/Licensures:

　　Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred;Preference will be given certified candidates;

　　Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire;

　　Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

　　Education:

　　Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;

　　High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

　　Experience and Competencies:

　　At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required;

　　Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;

　　Excellent communication skills are required;

　　Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;

　　Ability to work well in a team environment required;

　　Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;

　　Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment;

　　Professional appearance and demeanor required;

　　Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;

　　Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.

　　Working Conditions:

　　Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting;

　　Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locationsmaybe required;

　　Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.