Behavioral Health Technician - Urgent Hiring

We are looking to hire an expert Behavioral Health Technician to join our passionate team at Acadia Healthcare in Midvale, UT.
Growing your career as a Full Time Behavioral Health Technician is a great opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, adaptability and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Behavioral Health Technician at Acadia Healthcare today!

Description

AM/PM, full-time, and part-time shifts available!

• Day- 6:00 am-6:00 pm w/ rotating weekend ($1.00/ hr shift differential for Saturday & Sunday)

• Evening - 6:00 pm-6:00 am w/ rotating weekend ($2.00/hr shift differential for weekdays and $3.00/hr shift differential for Saturday/Sunday)

ABOUT US: Highland Ridge Hospital is an 83-bed treatment facility located in the heart of the Salt Lake Valley. We provide inpatient treatment to people experiencing psychiatric and substance abuse challenges. Highland Ridge is owned by Acadia Healthcare, a national leader in the behavioral healthcare industry. We are the oldest specialty treatment program in the state of Utah and are fully accredited by the Joint Commission. We’re seeking individuals that are compassionate and will work with us towards reducing the stigma around mental health!

AVAILABLE BENEFITS: Along with a great work environment, Highland Ridge Hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits. This includes:

• Health insurance

• Disability and Life insurance

• 401(k) and employer match

• Generous vacation and sick pay

• Holiday and personal paid time off

• Shift differentials (RN/Techs/Intake)

• Tuition reimbursement

• Provided meals from the hospital cafeteria

• Regular opportunities for development and advancement

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.

• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.

• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.

• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.

• May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.

• May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.

• Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.

• Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.

• Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.

• May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member.

• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience working with in behavioral health, preferred.

PAY RANGE: $15-$20 depending on previous experience.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training provided upon hire by the facility).

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Benefits of working as a Behavioral Health Technician in Midvale, UT:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Advantageous package