Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Company: Behavioral Health Solutions
Location: Sierra Vista
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

The Behavioral Health Technician works as a behavioral interventionist to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Behavioral Health Units of larger nursing facilities. This position will train with and report to a remote Clinically Licensed Therapist Supervisor for clinical oversight on all cases worked.

Duties Assigned

• Participate in clinical training/case consultation as needed and biweekly clinical oversight with clinical supervisor.
• Provide behavioral health assessment and therapeutic interventions to individuals and/or groups in long-term care settings under direction of a clinical supervisor.
• Document assessments and progress notes for each encounter and submit within 24 hours for review by clinical supervisor.
• Conduct therapeutic program implementation as requested by partner facilities and approved by clinical supervisor.
• Perform non-violent crisis intervention as appropriate.
• Participate in case management functions as requested by a partner facility and/or care management personnel.
  
  Job Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday)
  
  Requirements
  
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related field from an accredited college or university preferred
  • Two years of experience working in a behavioral health setting required if only possessing a high school or equivalent education
  • Minimum of two years working in a behavioral health setting or educational equivalence can be substituted for up to one year of work experience
  • COVID-19 Vaccination required to work in Skilled Nursing Facilities per CMS regulations
  • Moderate computer skills required, experience with electronic medical records preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones and others professionals
  • Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations
  • Ability to write reports and clinical documentation
    
    Benefits
    
    Join our Team and Enjoy:
    
    • Hands-on and Remote Training and Supervision
    • Work-Life Balance / Flexible Work Schedule
    • A comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, and more)
    • 401k with a 5% company match
      
      Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00

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