Behavioral Health Technician at Meadows of Wickenburg Inc

Wickenburg, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Communication, Observation, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection, Clerical Duties, Confidentiality, Multi-tasking, Collaboration, Vital Signs Monitoring, Administrative Support, Team Participation, Safety Awareness, Behavioral Health, Compassion, Innovation

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: MBH Willow House Program - Wickenburg, AZ 85390 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Diploma This is where you change your story At Meadows Behavioral Health we understand that new directions to career advancing and improvement can be scary, but we are excited to offer you a possible new rewarding chapter with us! Come join us in transforming lives! Who are we? We have been the most trusted name in the industry and have been helping people for 40 years. Our approach is different and success stories of our patients prove that. We dont have one size fits all treatment and there are no quick fixes. Who are you? Are you compassionate, innovative and have a passion to make an impact? Are you looking to get your foot in the door with a company that will believe in your abilities and train you to advance? 75% of our current top-level executive staff are organic internal promotions from within. We might be a perfect fit for you! As the Behavioral Health Technician you will provide basic patient care under the direction of the nursing staff with a focus on patient safety. Perform general and specialized data collection, clerical and administrative duties in support of the program. Essential Duties Include: Promotes patient safety through awareness of the environment of care and in all action that involve patient care. Communicates patient safety issues quickly, clearly and effectively. Perform ongoing observation of the patients and milieu to ensure active treatment is provided and patients are participating Intervene appropriately with patients experiencing a behavioral crisis situation, i.e., suicidal, threatening behavior, elopement and/or other situations, using approved interventions. Participate with the treatment team in implementation of the individualized plan of care. Report factors that may impede successful accomplishment of the treatment plan to the Charge Nurse/RN. Assists in the admission and discharge of patient. Conducts luggage searches for all admits and may conduct room searches as assigned. Obtain and report accurate vital sign readings. Accompany patients on appointment. Provide 1:1 and Line of Sight monitoring for patients when order received. Performs unit clerk duties to include data collection, clerical, and administrative duties, completing all appropriate documentation according to the policies and procedures of the facility. Ability to converse in English with others to give, take and process information; extensive use of telephone. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information, multi-task, coordinate projects and record/transcribe general and specific meeting minutes. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Communicate with other staff to relay concerns and observations involving patient safety Qualifications Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) required. Bachelors Degree preferred. CPI, CPR / First Aid; Valid State Drivers License if required by State Law and operating a company vehicle. In addition to State requirements, one year acute inpatient with psychiatric care experience preferred. We are a Drug Free Company. All positions are designated as Safety Sensitive positions and in light of our company mission, the Company does not employ medical marijuana cardholders. Following an offer of employment, and prior to reporting to work, all applicants will be required to submit to and pass a substance abuse screen. Meadows Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Meadows Behavioral Health provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and if you need reasonable accommodation during any time of the employment process, please reach out to hr@meadowsbh.com.

Responsibilities

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff, focusing on patient safety and participation in treatment plans. You will also perform data collection and clerical duties to support the program.