Buena Vista Health and Recovery Centers is a growing, state of the art healthcare recovery center with multiple locations. We are currently seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for Full Time Weekend Shifts to join our team of passionate healthcare professionals at our Chandler, AZ Campus.
This position helps doctors and nurses with the treatment of patients who have various behavioral problems, such as substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, mental instability and physical and emotional abuse.
Duties and Responsibilities

Observe patients, listen to their concerns, record their observations and report to mental health professionals about any unusual behavior Check vital signs such as temperature and heart rate Give medication under the direction of medical staff Assist with daily living activities such as eating, bathing, and grooming Monitor patient's mood or behavior changes and assess whether it is positive, negative or potentially dangerous, then take steps to modify the patient's actions or alert the appropriate medical professionals Maintain safety for themselves and their charges by performing duties as simple as keeping patient files confidential and secure from unauthorized access to more complex duties like restraining violent patients Ability to emotionally support patients, remain calm and professional, and use good interpersonal skills to defuse volatile situations Understand and implement individual treatment plans, record patient behavior and provide a safe, supportive environment for the patients Provide direct support as needed to the Medical and Clinical staff for patients in the facility or on supervised trips

Shifts: 7AM-7:30PM 
We offer a $2 Shift Differential for Saturday and Sunday