Behavioral Health Tech-Geropsych - Behavioral Health Technician

Company: Edward Hospital
Location: Naperville
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Behavioral Health Tech-GeropsychThe 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: CNA preferred 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 or long term#care 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.
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Preferred Education and/or Experience:

* CNA preferred
* 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 or long term care

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
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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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