Behavioral Health Tech (bht)

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Base: $21.85 - $32.80 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Not specified (assumed in-person due to the nature of the role)
Assists with patient activities of daily living
Performs vital signs on patients
Defuses crisis situations safely
Advocate Health is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) for full-time and part-time positions, primarily for 3rd shift. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring their behavior, and ensuring a safe therapeutic environment, while requiring specific certifications and physical capabilities

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting, monitoring, and maintaining patient activities of daily living while ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.
  • Employees must be able to defuse crisis situations, intervene when appropriate, and restrain patients who are combative if necessary.
  • Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off for eligible team members.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Advocate Health is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) for full-time and part-time positions, primarily for 3rd shift. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring their behavior, and ensuring a safe therapeutic environment, while requiring specific certifications and physical capabilities.

Salary

Base: $21.85 - $32.80 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including medical, dental, vision, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assists with patient activities of daily living
  • Performs vital signs on patients
  • Defuses crisis situations safely
  • Maintains therapeutic environment
  • Documents observations in medical records

Nice-to-have

  • Positive interpersonal skills
  • Effective verbal communication
  • Ability to work third shift

Key Requirements

  • Nurse Aide certification in good standing
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
  • CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training within 90 days
  • Accredited Nursing Assistant program completion
  • No prior experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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