Behavioral Health Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Barnesville - 700 Veterans Pkwy

• Barnesville, GA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Graveyard, Job Category: Nonprofit
• Social Services, Position Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with West. Cares ethical standards. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Essential Job Functions: Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur; Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift/overnight observation of residents; Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required; Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety; Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable; Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time; Transports residents to work, school, and/or required meetings/appointments as required; Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property; Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate; Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order; Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure; Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using West. Cares Incident Reporting system; Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of West. Care Foundation; Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensures: Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates; Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire; Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain West. Cares vehicle insurance is required.

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Experience and Competencies: At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required; Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required; Excellent communication skills are required; Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required; Ability to work well in a team environment required; Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required; Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment; Professional appearance and demeanor required; Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred; Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.

Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting; Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locations may be required; This role is primarily a night (3rd) shift role with infrequent/occasional daytime work required; Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.