Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Behavioral Health Unit- St. Charles Hospital
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Job Location:
Saint Charles, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America)Mercy Health
Intro paragraph
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Behavioral Health Specialist St. Charles Hospital
Job Summary:
The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal state and local regulations and within policies procedures and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH).
Essential Functions:
Ensures quality patient care provides vital sign measurement maintains patient hygiene assists with mobility and supports unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between the patient and nurse to report changes and share pertinent information.
Provides accurate precise timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
Completes patient rounding 15-minute patient checks and patient safety companion services as assigned.
Collects patient data and completes patient screenings as applicable.
Participates in continued education and in-service training.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:
High School Diploma/GED (required)
Bachelors Degree related field (preferred)
Licensing & Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Health Association (preferred upon hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) (preferred)
Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) (preferred)
Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) (preferred)
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) (preferred)
Counselor in Training (preferred)
Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner (HS- BCP) (preferred)
American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) (preferred)
Experience:
1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred)
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Adult Behavioral Health Unit - Mercy St. CharlesIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Patient Care
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Case Management
- Experience with Children
- Mental Health Counseling
- Psychotherapy
- PTSD Care
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
