What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician - 12 hr. Shifts - 7am to 7pm position at EPIC Behavioral Healthcare?
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will be working in EPIC’s 26-bed inpatient detoxification and residential treatment department for EPIC Behavioral Healthcare in St. Augustine, FL. Behavioral Health Techs are an essential patient support position that ensures a safe and therapeutic environment for our patients. Self Started preferred.
Full Time positions are available: 12 hour shifts; 7am to 7pm.
- Monitors the activities and behavior of patients on the unit
- Processes admissions and discharges under the guidance of the nursing staff
- Orients new patients to the program and facility
- Checks and records vital signs as directed by the nursing staff
- Completes required patient care documentation in the Electronic Health Record
- Completes 30-minute checks on all patients throughout assigned shift
- Encourages each patient’s achievement of treatment goals
- Performs general clerical office duties
- Must be an active team player with a 'can-do' attitude.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma required
Minimum of 1 year experience in Behavioral Health Settings·
Current valid driver’s license in the State of Florida
Level 2 background screen and a negative drug screen
Professional References
Come join our team at EPIC Behavioral Healthcare! Our mission is to strengthen our community by providing person-centered care to individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health disorders and other behaviors through a comprehensive system of E*ducation, Prevention, Intervention and C*ounseling. Our system of care includes outpatient substance use and mental health treatment, inpatient and community recovery support services, and prevention and wellness programs. EPIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At EPIC, we are dedicated to improving our community’s access to industry-leading behavioral health care.
EPIC Behavioral Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
This employer participates in E-Verify.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16