Behavioral Health Tech- IP Adult - Behavioral Health Technician

Company: Edward Hospital
Location: Naperville
Posted on: November 19, 2023

Job Description:

Behavioral Health Tech- IP AdultThe Behavioral Health Tech works under supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to established procedures, provides direct patient care to patients with behavioral health disorders.# Ensures the safety and well-being of these patients by maintaining a safe milieu. #Participates in treatment planning and implementation.# Documents according to department/organization procedures. Required Education and/or Experience: A High School Diploma or GED Ability to demonstrate de-escalation and behavior management techniques Excellent interpersonal; skills including teamwork, ability to prioritize, ability to receive and follow through on directions A valid driver#s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested. # Preferred Education and/or Experience: College level course in psychology or related field A minimum of one year of prior experience in a hospital or customer service environment A minimum of six months of experience in psychiatric setting Required License and/or Certification: Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire # Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include: Medical, dental, and vision 401K Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Fitness center membership Plus many other Employee Perks #

The Behavioral Health Tech works under supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to established procedures, provides direct patient care to patients with behavioral health disorders. Ensures the safety and well-being of these patients by maintaining a safe milieu. Participates in treatment planning and implementation. Documents according to department/organization procedures.

Required Education and/or Experience:

* A High School Diploma or GED
* Ability to demonstrate de-escalation and behavior management techniques
* Excellent interpersonal; skills including teamwork, ability to prioritize, ability to receive and follow through on directions
* A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

* College level course in psychology or related field
* A minimum of one year of prior experience in a hospital or customer service environment
* A minimum of six months of experience in psychiatric setting

Required License and/or Certification:

* Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
* CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire

Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include:

* Medical, dental, and vision
* 401K
* Tuition reimbursement
* Paid time off
* Fitness center membership
* Plus many other Employee Perks

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