Behavioral Health Technician

General Description:

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Behavioral Health Technician will perform designated non-clinical tasks that promote the overall health and well-being for all residents. The Behavioral Health Technician will provide exceptional direct and supportive services to include crisis management and assist with therapeutic activities. These duties will be performed in a highly professional and enthusiastic manner in direct alignment with the mission, vision and values of Queen of Peace Center - Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with move-in/entry into the program
• Complete personal inventory at request of new resident
• Prepare, administer, and document medications in compliance with all State and Federal regulations
• Document any and all concerns related to residents' behavior in daily shift log and in Electronic Health Record
• Assure that all state regulations are followed as it pertains to proper documentation of group logs and following safety and programmatic protocols
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Identify and implement responsibilities associated with control and storage of medications as well as reordering
• Maintain an accurate account of controlled substances
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Experience Requirements:

• Must have successfully completed the Level I Medication Aide Training Program
• Must have current CPR certification or be willing to obtain CPR certification
• Must be familiar with fire and disaster procedures
• Must be able to perform duties with minimal direction from the Program Manager
• Must have Class C driver's license

Skills & Attitudes Required for Success in Job:

• Must be able to think, act, and intervene independently in both routine and emergency situations; must be self-motivated and possess good judgement
• Utilize tactful, diplomatic communication skills to interact in potentially sensitive or emotionally-charged situations
• Able to perform the physical/mental functions/requirements of the position

Coverage Needs:

These are weekend shifts only (both Saturday and Sunday) with the flexibility to work 8 hour or 12 hour shifts 

• Morning - 7 AM start
• Evening - 3 PM start
• Night - 11 PM start