Behavioral Health Technician
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible
for
assisting
with
the
safety
and
security
of
clients
and
the
facility.
Must
have
the ability to respond quickly to emergencies that arise with clients visitors and/or staff and be knowledgeable of regulatory requirements as well as health and safety necessities.
If serving as an SWS Support Tech responsible for managing operational needs of the SWS living
environment
as
well
as
assessing
the
immediate
needs
of
clients
and
their
children
and identifying potential barriers to short and longterm recovery.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily in a timely manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. This person must be proficient in interpersonal and communication skills have basic computer knowledge and be trained in CPR/First Aid/CPI/RADD and be a state certified Regional Detoxification Specialist (RDS). This person must
also
have
a
strong
working
knowledge
of
regulatory
requirements
as
well
as
agency/facility regulations. An understanding of recovery and acknowledgement that many pathways exist towards recovery. Must possess a valid Drivers License as driving an agency vehicle will be required. Must
have
knowledge
of safe
vehicle
operation and of seat belt and child restraint
laws for moving vehicles (if working with the Specialized Womens Services/SWS clients at the Gateway and HH HS locations).
Minimum of a GED or
high
school diploma some
college is preferred and certified by
the state as
a
Regional
Detoxification
Specialist
or
be
willing
to
complete
certification
within
two
months of employment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to
successfully
perform
the
essential
functions
of
this
job.
Ability
to
stand
reach
lift bend kneel stoop climb push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
- Complete all required client documentation on Credible as it relates to medication calls and other duties required by this position
Supervise
client
adherence
to
rules
and
regulations
as
well
as
cleanliness
of
the
facility and grounds
Report
necessary
infractions
or
issues
to
the
counselor
and/or
Director
Conduct
fire
and
other
emergency
drills
as
scheduled
Document
all
activities
or
incidents
as needed
Transport
clients
when
necessary
including
SWS
children
if
based
at
the
Gateway or HH HS location
Secure
the
building
by
ensuring
that
all
clients
are
present
and
accounted
for
Assist
with
client
selfadministration
of
medications
and
documentation
in
Credible
Upload
information
to
client
files
and
update
daily
census
as
instructed
Enforce
all
client
rules
including
waking
of
clients
and
bedtimes
as
well
as
tobacco
use restrictions
Front
office
coverage
including
answering
the
phone
and
door
Complete
all
duties
paperwork
projects
etc.
as
assigned
by
the
Director
Follow
all
company
policies
and
procedures
Multitask
prioritize
and
manage
time
as
needed
Other
duties
as
assigned
If hired as Medical Support Staff this person must possess an LPN or RN license and have or be willing
to
get
credentialed
as
a
RADD
trainer
CPR/First
Aid
trainer
and
CPI
trainer.
This
person will act as a researcher and position appropriate consultant for staff and client medical questions and concerns.
Management of the RADD/Support Staff offices and inventory of medical supplies and drug tests as well as lab submissions of tests is required.
Per
insurance
requirements
all
employees
must
be
at
least
21
years
of
age
and
have
a
valid
divers license.
Benefit package includes employee health dental and vision insurance PTO ten paid holidays and a 401K plan.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
