What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Adango Health Center?
About us
Adango Health Center is a growing sub-acute detox and residential facility in Mission Viejo, CA.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Behavioral Health Technician to join our team! The schedule is morning shift Monday-Friday (7am-3:30pm). The BHT is responsible for the complete care and well-being of the residents while they are receiving services at the facility. The Behavioral Health Technician will maintain an open line of communication with staff, attending clinicians and physicians, and residents and families.
Accountability: Reports directly to the Operations Director.
Duties:
Provides an ongoing safe environment for staff and clients
Provides a written daily report on rounds and daily census
Provides supervision of self-administration medication program
Transports residents to and from appointments, meetings, facilities, outings, and other pre-authorized destinations when applicable (Utilizes company transportation)
Instructs and confirms the facility’s rules and regulations to new admissions (Orientates clients)
Familiar with community resources
Seeks corrective criticism and has the ability to evaluate suggestions objectively
Facilitate group sessions
Build and maintain positive relationships with residents and staff
Attends administrative meetings
Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in work environment
Assist with upkeep of facility
Completes and forwards any Incident Reports and any other safety/risk issues immediately to Program Director/Operations Director
Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. One to two years in a similar position encouraged. Should be proficient in a variety of office hardware (copy machine, computer, fax machine, etc.) and software (email tools, spreadsheets and databases).
Minimum Qualifications: CPR/First Aid Certification. Valid State Driver's License. Must be registered with accredited certifying agency RADT/SUDRC and First Aid/CPR.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
- Home Health
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks, temperature checks, sanitizing
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location