Job Information
Mohawk Valley Health System Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time - Days in UTICA, New York
Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time - Days
Department: PSYCHIATRIC UNIT
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee, the Behavioral Health Technician provides direct and indirect patient care. Provides a clean, safe environment, maintains equipment and supplies. Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Core Job Responsibilities
Orients new patients to the unit
Records and processes patient belongings on admission and at discharge
Performs and records patient vital signs, intake and output; notifies RN on any changes
Monitors patient's compliance with pre and post procedure instructions under the supervision of a RN
Continuously observes patient behavior, mental status and activities. Notifies RN of any changes or unusual occurrences
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Maintains equipment and supplies
Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Performs other duties as required
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
High school graduate or equivalent
One-two years’ experience as a nursing assistant or as a mental health worker required
Ability to effectively communicate in English; both verbally and in writing
PREFERRED:
Crisis Prevention Intervention training preferred.
Additional languages preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Current BLA certification
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 90856
Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 12.50
FTE 0.9375
Work Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union 2006 - UFCW
Pay Range $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly