Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Department : Group Living

Job Status: Full-Time and Part-Time

Reports to: Director of Residential Services, Residential Program Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Amount of Travel: 25%

Positions Supervised: None

Work Schedule: Typically, one of the following: Monday – Sunday 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 7pm, or 10pm to 7am

This position requires availability to work the WEEKEND SHIFTS and have a valid and clear AZ Driver's License

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides direct care to individuals with behavioral health needs, assisting in the implementation of treatment plans and supporting clients in both individual and group settings. Under the supervision of licensed professionals, the BHT participates in crisis intervention, behavioral observations, and documentation while maintaining a safe, trauma-informed environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensuring all client needs are met including but not limited to: meals provided, medications administered as prescribed, all documentation completed by the end of the shift (DAPs, communication log, monthly reports, QA’s and incident reports as needed);
• Primary responsibilities - including helping them keep their room clean, monthly report and spending "primary time" each month;
• Supervision (face to face/signs of life checks at least every 15 minutes, if not more frequently);
• Ensuring the safety of all clients;
• Conducting groups, activities and outings according to the milieu schedule/Residential Program Manager, or Group Leader directives;
• Transportation to and from various appointments and activities (in company vehicles);
• Prevent and de-escalate crisis according to Brighter Heights Arizona (BHAZ) policy and protocols;
• Communicates effectively and respectfully with staff across all departments and levels, fostering collaboration, promoting a positive work environment, and ensuring consistent information sharing to support organizational goals.
• Teaching and coaching in regards to life skills, independence and all other service plan goals for each client;
• Be familiar with and follow client's individual service and safety plans;
• Appropriate role modeling of physical appearance, social skills, professional words, actions, etc.;
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries;
• Ensure that all assigned tasks are completed;
• Demonstrate emotional intelligence when de-escalating negative behavior;
• Overnight staff must be awake at all times and are responsible for: printing DAP notes and communication logs, filing, archiving according to management’s direction; medication tracking every night and email to the Residential Program Manager (RPM) every night; inventory of 1st aid kits weekly; sending attendance to appropriate parties nightly; checking fridge/freezer temps nightly;
• Additional duties as determined by the Director of Residential Services, Residential Program Manager, or Group Leader
• Plans with management and carries out scheduled groups with clients.
• Meets weekly, at least, with assigned primary client(s). Also, helps clients set daily goals and supports them through their program.
• Responsible for daily documentation of clients and specific reports pertaining to primary clients.
• Responsible for primary client’s clinical chart condition including DAP completion, accuracy and substance.
• Assist with Clinical Supervisions and Staff Meetings.
• Maintains oral and written communication with staff, clients and others as requested. In essence, communication is vital to this position and is viewed as a direct reflection of the BHT (Behavioral Health Technician).
• Adheres to BHAZ policy and practice concerning creation, editing, transmission, storage, and disposition of all Protected Health Information in compliance with HIPAA.
• Upholds the Sanctuary Model by embodying the seven commitments and fostering a safe, supportive environment.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of Brighter Heights Arizona (BHAZ)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field in behavioral health; or
• Possess a Master’s or Bachelor Degree in an unrelated field and at least one year of full-time behavioral health work experience; or
• Possess a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and four years of full-time behavioral health work experience
• Pass successfully a background check and ability to obtain the Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to obtain the State of Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid and Clear Arizona Driver’s License
• Must pass a TB test
• Individual judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills
• Must be physically able to assist in AWOL searches and follow the AWOL policy and procedure
• Confidentiality and professionalism are essential