The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals withpsychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders,following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners.The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical andemotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field,or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)
- Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Position Description 
The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals with psychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders, following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners. The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical and emotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field, or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)
- Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred
- Current CPR if applicable
- TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
General Comments
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Position(s) Open: |
BHTs 12 hr shifts 36/48 hours Rotating Schedule. GUARANTEED BIWEEKLY OVERTIME FULL TIME |
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About Facility and Position: |
Centerstone of Florida- Psych Hospital with Criss Unit |
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Duration: |
13 weeks |
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Start Date: |
ASAP |
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Interview Process: |
Auto Accept per Name clearance and Resume review by client |
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Feedback time: |
48 hrs |
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Pay Rate: |
Local- $19
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Hours/schedule: |
7p-7a 12 hour shifts THIS SCHEDULE GUARANTEES OVERTIME. 36/48 hrs schedule rotating week. Work every other weekend
CANDIDATES CANNOT HAVE SCHEDULE RESTRICTIONS AND MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY TO MEET THE SCHEDULING NEED OF THE CLIENT. NOT A SET SCHEDULE AND CAN FLUCUATE PER COVERAGE NEEDS.
NO PRN / PART TIME – FULL TIME ONLY
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Qualifications/Licensure: |
1+ Full Year of Psych Experience ( Corrections, Detox, Crisis, Treatment Centers etc)
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Typical job duties & work environment: |
Assisting with Daily Living Activities Restraining Patients Med Pass Document and Chart behavior — ENSURE THEY KNOW THIS IS NOT SIMILAR TO SCHOOLS – THIS IS A TRUE PSYCHIATRIC FACILITY.
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Specific experience required: |
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Top 3 skills needed for success: |
Crisis experience/ Restraints De-escalation Skills Skill working under high pressure environment |
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What type of EMR/charting is used (if applicable): |
AVATAR |
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Ratios (if applicable): |
Normally have 2 RN/3 techs on shift, depending on acuity. If they have multiple 1-1 or an aggressive unit we add additional BHT. |
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Float Requirement: |
NA |
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Orientation process: |
2-3 Days of training Include paper work and shadow shifts for days. Usually Thurs-Fridays but can change.
ORIENTATIONS WILL BE DAY SHIFT 8a/9a- 3p/4p etc
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Dress Code & Parking: |
Solid Color Scrubs ( no Red or Camouflage ) Closed Toes Shoes Open parking |
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs