Behavioral Health Tech - Geriatrics

Job Shift: Days

Job Type: Full Time

Up to $2,000 SOB for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months.

Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) is responsible and accountable for assisting the RN or LPN in patient care. A BHT also assists with gathering information which assists the RN/LPN in the implementation of the patient treatment and care plan. The Behavioral Health Tech also ensures patient and family safety while offering support and comfort to patients and families. The BHT assists in creating and maintaining a therapeutic environment. Work is performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the hospital.

EDUCATION:

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: BA/BS in psychology or related degree.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum: Prior experience in behavioral healthcare setting.
• Preferred: Two (2) years of behavioral health experience with adult/psychiatric/substance abuse inpatients

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION:

• American Heart Association BLS certification
• Successful completion of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) 
• Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Certification course within 90 days of hire and maintained annually

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• None

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