Behavioral Health Technician

Job description

Job Description: Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician I Location: Hazelwood, MO: Department: Adult Housing: Employment Type: Full-time: Shift: Sunday - Thursday / Overnight Job Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician I position is responsible for providing direct and supportive care to clients/patients. This includes monitoring daily activities, intervening/responding to crises, facilitating group education and structured activities, and transporting clients as needed. Behavioral Health Technicians are responsible for understanding the client's/patient's treatment plan, documenting their behaviors, and providing a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Active Participation: Participate as an integral member of the treatment team, assisting in identifying client strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences. Carrying out any additional requests from your supervisor. Program Compliance: Ensure adherence to all program expectations and rules, reporting behaviors to supervisors for effective therapeutic interventions Medication Policies: Adhere rigorously to all medication policies and collaborate with trained nursing staff to guarantee compliance, whe...