Behavioral Health Technician (46064)

Position Summary:

Behavioral Health Technicians/Drivers work under the supervision of the Facility Supervisor and assist with the delivery of day-to-day client care services that include monitoring client movement, adherence to medications, and to program rules. Behavioral Health Technicians/Drivers will attend monthly staff meetings to provide input on maintaining a safe environment and quality care. Under the direction of the Facility Supervisor the Behavioral Health Technicians/Drivers will assist with medication observations, room checks, client check-ins/inventory, educational group facilitation, shift logs, transportation, and de-escalation of situations to ensure safety to all. Behavioral Health Technicians/Drivers will follow directions of Facility Supervisor to insure proper client care.

Essential Job Functions:

• Under the direction of a Facility Supervisor or above, take necessary actions to provide crisis intervention. Implementing WestCare procedures regarding crisis intervention as appropriate.
• General client supervision in daily living activities and general program operation.
• Conduct medication observation and document client compliance, refills, and logging of prescriptions.
• Observe urinalysis analysis, complete laboratory forms, and send specimens to laboratory
• Monitor and assess client behavior and report problems/observations to immediate supervisor, assigned clinician, or management.
• Report to immediate supervisor any unusual incidents that should be brought to the attention of the Program Director, Regional Vice President, or regulatory agency.
• Complete documentation required for shift reports, general notes in the Client Data Base (CDS) and other reports as assigned.
• Attend monthly all staff meetings.
• Daily Transportation of clients to all scheduled appointments
• Daily vehicle inspections
• Organize and maintain the weekly transportation schedule
• Work collaboratively with the treatment team
• Professional written and verbal communication
• Maintain professional and ethical boundaries with all current and former clients
• Requires regular and consistent attendance to ensure consistency in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients in the therapeutic community. Assist with client schedules and provide transportation as directed by immediate supervisor.
• Assist with overall facility maintenance and general housekeeping.
• Follow all WestCare policies and procedures.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of High School Diploma

Certifications/Licences :

• Valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for WestCare Vehicle Insurance