Behavioral Health Technician
Miami, FL Miami, FL Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$27.
8K - $35.
3K a year Estimated:
$27.
8K - $35.
3K a year ESSENTIAL
Responsibilities:
Assesses changes in patient behavior and report same to the supervising nurse.
Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient treatment programs.
Knows whereabouts of all assigned patients at all times.
Provides personal health care related to cleanliness, grooming, rest, activity and nourishment.
Assist in the set up for meals and snacks.
Assist in keeping group rooms clean and in order.
Actively participates in group therapy and recreational activities as assigned.
Assist in the coordination and implementation of structured activities, special events/outings that are recreational in nature.
Assist in the coordination of patient supplies necessary for activities and recreational therapies.
Performs A Purposeful Rounding monitoring which includes:
Visual checks on every patient every 15 minutes If door to the room is closed - knock and present your self.
Visually check on the patient.
If the patient is sleeping, assess the patient=s well being - check for breathing.
If the patient is in the bathroom -knock and make sure patient is okay verbally check on patient and return to room for visual check.
Performs Night Shift Floater/Hallway Monitoring which includes:
Floater/hallway monitor must place chair against wall.
Chair is not to be placed in the doorway of patient's room.
Monitors patients on a one -on- one per procedure and follows a Gender Specific Policy guidelines documents on the medical records patient's behavior progress.
Documentation shall reflect noted behavior and location of the patient at 15 minutes intervals.
Document in A Real Time.
Effectively communicates observation regarding patient behavior outside of group therapies to supervising nurse on an ongoing basis.
Presents patient observation during staffing for treatment plan reviews.
Communicates effectively with other staff members to provide continuity of care.
Assist in crisis intervention to manage disruptive, violent and out of control patients.
Know and understand the Patient Restraint Policy and legal requirements.
Follows all safety standards in relation to patient care and protection from environmental hazards.
Reports all injuries and unsafe practice to immediate supervisor.
Reports all safety hazards to the safety committee.
Demonstrates ability to carry out all assignments and procedures as offered according to policy and procedure manual.
Manages and operates equipment's safety and efficiently.
Demonstrates team approaches, gives sense of helping others.
Uses time effectively.
Demonstrates awareness of the need for respecting the dignity and privacy of others.
Demonstrates knowledge and awareness of the patient grievance procedure.
Participates in hospital's CQI, safety and infection control studies as assigned.
Occasionally may require overtime.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
Education:
High School Graduate or equivalent required Current Certification as Behavioral Health Technician by the Florida Certification Board required Current CPR certification required Job Knowledge:
Previous work experience in Medical/Psychiatric hospital Aggression Control Patients Rights Professional Ethics Job Type:
Full-time Schedule:
12 hour shift Application Question(s):
What is your hourly salary expectation? Are you able to work overnight?
Experience:
certified behavioral health tech:
1 year (Required) Language:
Spanish (Required) English (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$27.
8K - $35.
3K a year Estimated:
$27.
8K - $35.
3K a year ESSENTIAL
Responsibilities:
Assesses changes in patient behavior and report same to the supervising nurse.
Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient treatment programs.
Knows whereabouts of all assigned patients at all times.
Provides personal health care related to cleanliness, grooming, rest, activity and nourishment.
Assist in the set up for meals and snacks.
Assist in keeping group rooms clean and in order.
Actively participates in group therapy and recreational activities as assigned.
Assist in the coordination and implementation of structured activities, special events/outings that are recreational in nature.
Assist in the coordination of patient supplies necessary for activities and recreational therapies.
Performs A Purposeful Rounding monitoring which includes:
Visual checks on every patient every 15 minutes If door to the room is closed - knock and present your self.
Visually check on the patient.
If the patient is sleeping, assess the patient=s well being - check for breathing.
If the patient is in the bathroom -knock and make sure patient is okay verbally check on patient and return to room for visual check.
Performs Night Shift Floater/Hallway Monitoring which includes:
Floater/hallway monitor must place chair against wall.
Chair is not to be placed in the doorway of patient's room.
Monitors patients on a one -on- one per procedure and follows a Gender Specific Policy guidelines documents on the medical records patient's behavior progress.
Documentation shall reflect noted behavior and location of the patient at 15 minutes intervals.
Document in A Real Time.
Effectively communicates observation regarding patient behavior outside of group therapies to supervising nurse on an ongoing basis.
Presents patient observation during staffing for treatment plan reviews.
Communicates effectively with other staff members to provide continuity of care.
Assist in crisis intervention to manage disruptive, violent and out of control patients.
Know and understand the Patient Restraint Policy and legal requirements.
Follows all safety standards in relation to patient care and protection from environmental hazards.
Reports all injuries and unsafe practice to immediate supervisor.
Reports all safety hazards to the safety committee.
Demonstrates ability to carry out all assignments and procedures as offered according to policy and procedure manual.
Manages and operates equipment's safety and efficiently.
Demonstrates team approaches, gives sense of helping others.
Uses time effectively.
Demonstrates awareness of the need for respecting the dignity and privacy of others.
Demonstrates knowledge and awareness of the patient grievance procedure.
Participates in hospital's CQI, safety and infection control studies as assigned.
Occasionally may require overtime.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
Education:
High School Graduate or equivalent required Current Certification as Behavioral Health Technician by the Florida Certification Board required Current CPR certification required Job Knowledge:
Previous work experience in Medical/Psychiatric hospital Aggression Control Patients Rights Professional Ethics Job Type:
Full-time Schedule:
12 hour shift Application Question(s):
What is your hourly salary expectation? Are you able to work overnight?
Experience:
certified behavioral health tech:
1 year (Required) Language:
Spanish (Required) English (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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