What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician - Clinical Support Associate position at Awakenings by the Sea?
This is a clinical support position providing unit support services to patients and the clinical team.
Shifts available: Day, Evening/Swing, and Overnight (8-hour shifts). Full-time and part-time openings.
Responsibilities:
- Promote a positive attitude and response to change, with patients as well as other staff members.
- Supervise patients and encourage compliance with the program schedule.
- Demonstrate the competencies required for this position, including practice of program policies and procedures.
- Understand and respond to direction from the clinical team.
- Provide clear and accurate documentation of events occurring while on duty.
- Assist admissions staff with patients admitting into the facility.
- Be flexible to work various shifts for training purposes.
- Assist with food service as needed to meet the clinical and operational needs of the facility.
- Answer incoming telephone calls and transfer calls.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 compliance.
- Adhere to the company code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned by your direct supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Current driver's license.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Knowledge of standards for security, ethics, confidentiality, rules of conduct, and professionalism.
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule and to fill in when needed.
- People in recovery are encouraged to apply! We ask for at least two (2) years of continuous sobriety.
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person