What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Full Circle Recovery Services Inc.?
Company Overview
Full Circle Recovery Services is an outpatient agency dedicated to making a meaningful impact in Dayton and surrounding communities by providing individualized treatment for those struggling with addiction. Our mission is to empower clients to overcome challenges, dismantle barriers, and combat the stigma associated with addiction.
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician to join our team in Dayton. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting clients on their journey to recovery by implementing behavior management strategies and providing compassionate care. Your contributions will be vital in helping individuals achieve their sobriety goals.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the admission process on new client admission and orientation procedures and schedules.
- Record inventory log of all personal belongings, valuables, and return ticket.
- Transport clients to and from the facility.
- De-escalate AMA and other client problems.
- Provide liaison with nursing staff and other techs to ensure that all clients’ needs are being met, including room assignments.
- Monitor group room and ensure cleanliness after each activity while also ensuring garbage is disposed of properly after each meal.
- Monitor the Day/Group Room and always maintain knowledge of the clients’ whereabouts by performing rounds every 30 minutes.
- Maintain logbook/shift report for the continuity of care. Participate in shift turnover and ensure that the next shift has Tech on duty.
- Educate clients on program rules and regulations as necessary and report infractions appropriately.
- Educate clients by providing direction and guidance in a professional manner.
- Cultivate effective and respectful rapport with clients and staff.
- Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality care as well as continuity of client care.
- Maintain confidentiality of client’s pertinent health information in accordance with HIPPA guidelines.
- Demonstrate adherence to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct.
- Complete all assigned paperwork in a neat, accurate and timely manner.
- Comply with Company policies and procedures.
- Educate clients and community members about mental and physical illness, abuse, medication, and available community resources.
- Attend and participate in continuing education, online training, and staff meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must possess a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
- Experience working with the substance abuse population preferred.
- Must carry out detailed written and oral instructions, along with the ability to understand human behavior.
- Must maintain a professional demeanor while dealing with emotionally charged individuals and issues.
- Must effectively present information and respond to questions from a diverse demographic group.
- Must have the ability to write reports and correspondence.
- Must have effective listening and communication skills.
- Must have a general knowledge of alcohol and other drugs that includes, but is not limited to their physical, emotional, intellectual impact on the individual, determining if a medical emergency exists, as well as a knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations as they pertain to the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction.
- Must be able to lift, push, pull or move up to 50lbs.
Call-To-Action
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those struggling with addiction, we invite you to apply today and join our mission at Full Circle Recovery Services!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15