The Behavioral Health Technician helps clients identify and achieve their goals and meet their needs by being the staff/client liaison in addition to acting as a safety observer for both the clients and the community. This is a highly responsible position overseeing the maintenance of the facilities, providing transportation for clients and assisting clients in a supportive manner to follow program rules and seek assistance from the clinical or administrative staff to help the client achieve their goals. This position will run in 3 shifts so there is 27/7 coverage of the persons served. This position may require additional shift work in the event of an emergency or disaster.
Must be 21 years of age. A valid driver's license with at least 4 years of driving history is required, as well as the ability to be insured by the company vehicle insurance.
- Open Shift: 2nd shift, part-time, 3pm - 11pm - Saturday, Sunday
- Open Shift: 2nd shift, full-time, 3pm - 11pm - Thursday-Sunday
Supervisor: Outpatient Operations Manager
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Knowledge of standards for security, ethics, confidentiality, rules of conduct and professionalism.
- All shifts personnel must write a Shift Report in the EMR system concerning persons served, facility conditions, Meeting Minutes and any significant issues that occurred during their shift.
- Ensure Facilities have cleaning supplies, proper bedding, linens, pots/pans to include all appliances are in working order and advise Facility Director prior to the facility running out of essential supplies.
- The position requires that the Behavioral Technician will check the facility for client safety, infection control issues and report any potential health or safety issues to the Medial staff and/or Maintenance staff immediately.
- The Behavioral technician may need to clean and disinfect the house such as cleaning door handles, countertops, floors and wash bedding as needs arise and to contain and prohibit infections.
- Must have keen awareness of Confidentiality healthcare; boundaries between support staff and sensitivity to clients’ needs.
- Ensure Facilities files and documentation (ie Log book) have proper documentation- all passes, rule compliance verification sheet are signed by persons served.
- Be first contact for crisis to assess scenario and contact executive management. This includes facility emergency, client emergency.
- Handle on site random urine screen protocols.
- Must be fully aware of the Disaster Plan and ready to implement the Disaster Plan whenever necessary.
- Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Follow the agencies vision, mission and values.
- Ensure integrity of the program to include ‘contract’ and phase compliance. Being aware of the treatment status of ALL clients in their charge.
Qualifications:
- Must have proven ability to supervise others in a supportive manner
- Must be able to perform basic cleaning and home maintenance duties
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs., navigate stairs and utilize basic home maintenance tools and equipment
- Must have a current and valid driver's license
- Must be 21 years old
Pay: $17.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, or substance use treatment?
- Why are you interested in working in behavioral health/recovery services?
- Are you at least 21 years of age, as required for this position?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Crystal Lake, IL 60012 (Required)
Work Location: In person
