Behavioral Health Tech 2:45P-11:15P

Description

MISSION STATEMENT: Leading adolescents to a new legacy.

The mission of CLEARFORK ACADEMY is to offer the highest quality and professional, substance abuse and mental health treatment across a full continuum of care. 

We are committed to treating patients and their families with the highest regard and respect as clients work toward reaching their highest growth potential in their recovery process. This is accomplished through the strict adherence to the highest ethical standards of care and policies and procedures set forth by the Texas Department of State of Health Services and the Joint Commission.

SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Technician at CLEARFORK ACADEMY is responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the clinical process. The Behavioral Health Technician performs their duties in a competent manner under the direction of the Director of Residential Services and assist in conducting educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities. Plays a vital role at Clearfork Academy and provides hands-on-care by observing and interacting with adolescents who struggle with substance abuse disorders and secondary mental health disorders as a result. Serves as the first responder to our clients and must maintain a stable personality and a true motivation to help others through their ethical conduct, good judgement, thoroughness, and discipline. 

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of industry standards as related to the position of Recovery Advocate.

 Professional readiness: Issues related to self-awareness, diversity, ethics, and continuing education.

Knowledge of PC and Mac software programs, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel is required.

Written and oral communication skills; must be able to concentrate on work amid distractions such as noise, conversations, and foot traffic.

Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations such as when verbally or physically confronted in an aggressive manner.

Must be able to work independently with little direct supervision in an unstructured environment with multiple demands

 Ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the facility.

Demonstrates an understanding of the developmental milestones of adolescents and young adults.