Behavioral Tech II - Shift 1 | Southlake Road to Home (2199)

JOB SUMMARY: The Behavioral Tech II position is integral to the efficient functioning of the assigned unit(s). They will, by virtue of their role, have primary consumer contact and, in that role, will have influence on consumer treatment and progress. As such, Behavioral Techs are professional staff members with responsibility for supervision and assistance in daily living skills, ensuring safety and well-being of consumers, as well as maintenance of a clean, secure therapeutic environment in cooperation with a variety of disciplines, most importantly the nursing staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES : The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification with or without an accommodation. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

- Help with the admission of consumers, including taking vital signs, listing valuables and personal possessions, and orienting the consumer to the unit.

- Assist in individual needs assessment, treatment plan formulation and implementation, if necessary, for your unit

- Learn and apply to the daily routine, as soon as possible, the principles of mental health nursing.

- Observe all consumers closely, never leaving them unattended.

- Report all pertinent observations, changes in physical signs or symptoms, changes in emotional behavior and consumers eating habits to the Charge/Unit Nurse.

- Observe and report consumers reactions to visitors or telephone calls.

- Report feelings and ideas expressed verbally by consumers.

- Encourage consumers to interact with other consumers and staff, to participate in the social life of the unit, including recreational and occupational therapy.

- Assist in the organization and execution of consumer group/recreational activities.

- Take vital signs routinely, and as indicated by the Unit Nurse, and report any significant changes or elevations.

- Encourage consumers to respect the rules and regulations of the unit and give physical and emotional support as it is needed.

- Encourage and assist, as necessary, consumers to meet their own physical needs such as showering, shaving, oral hygiene, grooming care of hair and manner of dress.

- Encourage maintenance of cleanliness and neatness in all living and recreational areas, and make sure all consumer areas are clean, neat and uncluttered at the end of each shift.

- Carry out assigned duties in caring for consumers who require more than routine observation and care.

- Make checks at least every 60 minutes on all consumers, increasing checks to every 15 minutes when ordered by the unit nurse and/or practitioner

- Assist in the management of impulsive, violent or uncooperative consumers.

- Check any unusual sounds, report suspicious behavior of consumers or visitors, report difficulties with visitors, check consumers rooms for hidden hazardous objects or medications, and search and record items brought into consumers.

- Assist unit staff with discharge procedures, such as getting consumer ready, gathering consumers belongings and stripping consumers beds.

- Escort and monitor consumers to areas outside the unit to complete routine lab work or attend outings, as necessary.

- Monitor/Prepare meals and ensure compliance with prescribed diet

- Never leave the unit without permission of the Unit Nurse, and then only if the Unit Nurse is not alone, there must always be two personnel on the unit. If required, ensure proper documentation is completed in SmartCare system

- Monitor the self-administration of medication for assigned programs

- Monitor consumers for undesirable side-effects to medication and informs unit nurse when necessary

- Monitor supply needs and notify staff when supplies are low, put away supplies when they arrive

- Run errands and do other jobs as requested by the leadership.

- Ability to drive and transport others when/or if needed

- Participate consistently in all in-service training programs.

- Ability to successfully complete initial and annual Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) defensive technique training and verbal de-escalation training.

- The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.

- The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers.

- Willingness to abide by the companys published rules and regulations

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

- Education :

- High school diploma or equivalent required

- CNA preferred

- Experience :

- Minimum of One (1) years experience in substance abuse and mental health setting is required

- Desirable to have experience working with psychiatric or co-occurring consumers of all ages

- Driving Requirements: (when required)

- Must be Over the age of 21 required

- Minimum of 5-years driving experience required

- Possess a Valid FL Drivers license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess)

- Possess a continuously valid US Drivers license for the past three years, from date of issue required

- Safe Driving record required

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT : Completes all requirements according to Individual Training Plan within the first six months of hire and annually. Other training and/or professional development may be assigned due to evolution of programs.

LifeStream Benefits

- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

- Short Term Disability

- Pension Plan

- 403(b)

- PTO   (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Tuition Reimbursement Program

- Free Telehealth Services

- HRSA

- And More!

Important Notice  
As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section   435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level   2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements. For more details   on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit:   Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any   applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.