Behavioral Health Tech III

Reports to: Milieu Manager

Job Category: Hourly | Non-Exempt | Full-Time | Part-Time

Salary Range: $22.40 to $25.76 per hour

Job Site: Foundry Front Range (Broomfield)

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Tech III assists with providing direct patient care, possessing a high level of understanding of the behaviors of clients with substance use and mental health disorders and displaying an ability to interact in a therapeutic manner. The BHT III is also expected to mentor and train new employees.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• CAT required, CAS a plus.
• QMAP required.
• CPR certification required.
• 2+ years of residential behavioral health experience required.
• Peer training experience preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Valid, unrestricted Driver's License.
• Must be 21 years of age or older (in order to be eligible to drive company vehicles when required).
• Ability to assist a diverse population of clients with cultural sensitivity, dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Ability to utilize de-escalation and crisis intervention skills when needed.
• Ability to listen well, take direction, make sound decisions, and use best judgment in various situations.
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Must be able to maintain personal and professional boundaries.
• Willingness to learn and have a teachable attitude.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Impeccable ethics and integrity.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be adept at quickly learning multiple computer systems and platforms.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s EMR system.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with admits by following all steps and protocols of orientation, including conducting searches and cataloging of personal items.
• Assist in searches, inspections, checks, and investigations as part of treatment procedures.
• Align and operate within the Medical and Clinical team’s treatment plan for each client.
• Communicate and collaborate with supervisors and clinicians regarding client issues and notable progress.
• Identify emergency signals and situations and respond appropriately.
• Document client notes in appropriate systems.
• Ensure client engagement in programming and activities.
• Provide activity and appointment transportation for clients.
• Administer Urinalysis (UA) or Breath Alcohol (BA) tests as needed and document appropriately.
• Carry out CIWA, COWS and Vitals.
• Complete routine checks.
• Monitor and/or administer medications, answer questions regarding medications and use discretion with PRN requests.
• Conduct medication counts.
• Facilitate client group sessions and ensure proper documentation.
• Train new staff on policies and procedures, provide opportunities for hands-on learning and evaluate comprehension of tasks.
• Participate in shift exchange, discussing any pertinent changes in the clients’ status (clinical, medical, behavioral, etc.). 
• Create and maintain a safe, comfortable, and client-focused treatment environment by using therapeutic skills.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, HIPAA, and 42CFR Part 2 compliance. 
• Adhere to facility policy and procedures, State & Federal law, and accrediting agency regulations and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, climb steps, hear, see, speak.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. 
• Driving in all weather conditions.

Benefits & Perks: 

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental and vision insurance*
• Supplemental accident and hospital indemnity coverage*
• Voluntary Term Life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly wellness reimbursement*

Financial

• Competitive salary
• Employee recognition and rewards programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Work/Life Perks

• Professional growth and development
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Unlimited paid time off (exempt employees) + sick days
• Paid time off policy (non-exempt employees) + sick days
• Paid holidays (exempt) or ability to earn 1.5x base hourly rate (non-exempt)

*Full-time employees 

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.