Behavioral Health Technician (FT) Job Details Job Location Carrollton - 2385 Oak Grove Church - Carrollton, GA Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Salary Range $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly Travel Percentage Up to 25% Job Shift Day Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services Description Position Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with WestCares ethical standards. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Essential Job Functions: + Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur; + Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift/overnight observation of residents; + Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required; + Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety; + Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable; + Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time; + Transports residents to work, school, and/or required meetings/appointments as required; + Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property; + Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate; + Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order; + Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure; + Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using WestCares Incident Reporting system; + Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; + Performs any other duties as assigned. Qualifications Certifications/Licensures: + Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred;Preference will be given certified candidates; + Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire; + Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required. Education: + Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred; + High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Experience and Competencies: + At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required; + Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required; + Excellent communication skills are required; + Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required; + Ability to work well in a team environment required; + Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required; + Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment; + Professional appearance and demeanor required; + Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred; + Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served. Working Conditions: + Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting; + Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locationsmaybe required; + Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.