Behavioral Health Technician
Core
Provide constant safety observations, de-escalation, and direct patient care for individuals at risk to themselves or others in a behavioral health setting.
Role type
Behavioral Health Technician (Part-time, Night Shift)
Builds
Patient safety and well-being outcomes
Domain
Healthcare / Behavioral Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
De-escalation techniques, direct observation, vital signs monitoring, patient care (ADLs, V/S, I&O), documentation, crisis response
Preferred skills
Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT), Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Mental Health Technician (CMHT), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Responsibilities
Maintain documentation of patient mood and function; observe and document vital statistics; recognize and report early signs of escalation; respond safely to dangerous behavior; apply de-escalation strategies; complete delegated patient care tasks; assist with admission, transfer, and discharge; maintain a safe environment.