78442BRJob Posting Title:Behavioral Health Tech - Per diem - FloatDepartment:Patient Services-NursingAutoReqId:78442BRStatus:Part-TimeStandard Hours per Week:1 Job Posting Category:Nursing SupportJob Posting Description:The Behavioral Health Technician will be responsible for: + Provides one-on-one support, as needed, to patients with a variety of behavioral health needs. + Closely monitors and maintains the safety of patients. Observe behaviors and conditions in accordance with established procedures and protocols. + In conjunction with Registered Nurse, conducts environmental checks and helps identifies risk factors. + Aids with the implementation of safety measures, such as physical restraints, observation levels, and suicide watches, as warranted. + Responds to and assists with de-escalating acute behavioral episodes in a therapeutic and supportive manner. Attempts to understand the source of distress. + Under the direction of Registered Nurse and medical staff, prevents elopement and calls for support/assistance when necessary to assist in preventing elopement. + Identifies patient behaviors that could lead to behavioral escalation and utilizes non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate situations. + Actively monitors patients and the environment with particular attention to safety concerns. + May perform vital signs and assist with Activities of Daily Living as directed by the Registered Nurse. + Completes patient care documentation and administrative duties + Under the direction of Registered Nurse, may assist practitioners performing medical procedures To qualify, you must have: + High School Diploma/GED, Associate’s Degree preferred + BLS (Basic Life Support) within three months of hire + Welle De-escalation training within six months of hire + Six months of practical experience in a behavioral health or educational setting preferred + Availability to work at least 2 off shifts (evening or night) and 2 weekend shifts Office/Site Location:BostonRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Per Diem Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only