Behavioral Health Technician

　　Job DescriptionSpectrum Healthcare Resources has a potential opportunity for a Behavioral Health Technician at Elizabeth Contract Detention Facility (Elizabeth, NJ) in support of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Detention Center.

　　This position offers:

　　Full-time opportunity, 40 hours per week

　　Part-time and PRN scheduling is availableConsistent and predictable incomePaid vacation and paid sick leaveFull complement of benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401k and more for those working at least 28 hours per week on a consistent basis.Requirements:

　　Associate degree in a behavioral science/specialty field.Two years of work experience in a mental health clinic or residential healthcare setting.American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) certification at level three within 12 months of hire.Maintains current certification in either the American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS) or the American Red Cross CPR/BLS Course.U.S CitizenResponsibilities:

　　Under the clinical direction of a licensed Behavioral Health Provider:

　　Provides direct services to assigned populationObserves behaviors and wellness checksPerform sleep hygiene encounters and checks as directedPrompts, as needed, with activities of daily living;Provides health and general program education and patient supportAssists in patient safety and risk monitoringEscorts BH detainees to appointments as requiredObserves patient's behaviors during all programming and recreation activitiesIf interested, please contact recruiter, Michelle Collins, at (314)-744-4189 or [email protected].

　　Location : LocationUS-NJ-Jersey City

　　Recruiter : Full Name: First LastMichelle Collins

　　Direct phone number3447444189

　　Recruiter : Email[email protected]

　　Remote / Work from home available?No

　　Spectrum Healthcare Resources is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic.