The Behavioral Health Technician works as a behavioral interventionist to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities and Behavioral Health Units of larger nursing facilities. This position will train with and report to a remote Clinically Licensed Therapist Supervisor for clinical oversight on all cases worked.
Duties Assigned
- Participate in clinical training/case consultation as needed and biweekly clinical oversight with clinical supervisor.
- Provide behavioral health assessment and therapeutic interventions to individuals and/or groups in long-term care settings under direction of a clinical supervisor.
- Document assessments and progress notes for each encounter and submit within 24 hours for review by clinical supervisor.
- Conduct therapeutic program implementation as requested by partner facilities and approved by clinical supervisor.
- Perform non-violent crisis intervention as appropriate.
- Participate in case management functions as requested by a partner facility and/or care management personnel.
Job Type: Full-time (Monday to Friday)
Requirements
- Ability to speak Spanish is a must.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related field from an accredited college or university preferred
- Two years of experience working in a behavioral health setting required if only possessing a high school or equivalent education
- Minimum of two years working in a behavioral health setting or educational equivalence can be substituted for up to one year of work experience
- COVID-19 Vaccination required to work in Skilled Nursing Facilities per CMS regulations
- TB Test
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certificate
- Moderate computer skills required, experience with electronic medical records preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones and others professionals
- Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations
- Ability to write reports and clinical documentation
Benefits
Join our Team and Enjoy:
- Hands-on and Remote Training and Supervision
- Work-Life Balance/Flexible Work Schedule
- A comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, and more)
- 401k with a 5% company match
Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00