Behavioral Health Technician PRN
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Job Location:
Holyoke, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Job Type: PRN
Schedule: PRN
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
A Behavioral Health Technicianwho excels in this role:
- Responsible for observation and maintenance of safe milieu through patient checks safety monitoring etc.: completes 15-minute checks monitors for contraband evaluates for change in condition and provides line of sight or one on one care as directed.
- Adheres to tasks delegated by the RN related to the care of the patients including but not limited to vital signs specimen collection documentation group education and patient monitoring.
- Demonstrates effective milieu management skills which promote positive patient experiences.
- Accompanies patients to off unit activities i.e. meals outside breaks off unit visits out-of-building activities and appointments
- Responsible for reporting to all changes medical or psychiatric to RN.
- Assists with the admission process to include belongings inventory visitation to unit vital signs and other duties as delegated.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
EDUCATION:
High school degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility with direct experience working with chemical dependency dual diagnosis psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE :
- Will require valid drivers license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) along with proof of insurance when using personal or hospital owned vehicle.
- Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
- Completion of additional age specific training within 30 days of employment as required. Must be at least 21 years of age. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime. Where applicable must obtain and maintain agency affiliation.
More about Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
At Valley Springs we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person.
EEOC Statement
Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
