Behavioral Health Technician
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive mental health screenings, manage patient care, and facilitate psycho-educational groups for detainees in ICE custody. Perform daily wellness checks, sleep hygiene encounters, and behavioral observations while monitoring patient safety and compliance. Coordinate telehealth appointments, escort patients to clinical visits, and document clinical observations in electronic health records. Assist in developing behavioral treatment interventions and conduct crisis management according to facility procedures. Maintain proficiency in therapeutic communication and adhere to federal healthcare standards.
Required Qualifications
- Associates degree in a behavioral science/speciality field
- American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) certification at level three within 12 months of hire
- Current certification in either the American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS) or the American Red Cross CPR/BLS Course
- Two years of work experience in a mental health clinic or residential healthcare setting
- Ability to pass background check and drug screen
- Current physical and immunizations
- Basic knowledge regarding therapeutic communication and psychiatric recovery and rehabilitation skills
- Ability to conduct clinical mental health screenings
- Ability to facilitate skill building exercises, patient safety and wellness processing groups
- Ability to coordinate instructional recreational activities
- Ability to communicate with cultural awareness and respond to the unique needs of members of diverse populations
- Ability to navigate electronic health records, web-based training and communications
- Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and take direction in a multidisciplinary environment
- Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient health records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- Moderate proficiency in common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint
- Strong oral/written communication skills
- Active listening skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong problem solving, judgment and decision-making skills
- Integrity/honesty
- Demonstrated cultural awareness
- Must be able to respond to any medical emergency in the facility, via foot, within four minutes and perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling
- Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency
- Must be available for weekend shifts
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Spanish-speaking candidates are preferred, but not required
Additional Requirements
- Candidates must be able to respond to any medical emergency in four minutes and perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling
- Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging detainees or staff during an emergency
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