Behavioral Health Tech - Adults

Kansas Health System

Strawberry Hill, Kansas, US
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Basic life support certification within 30 days
High school diploma or ged required
Cpr and cpi crisis intervention skills
The Behavioral Health Tech provides age-specific assistance with activities of daily living to lower agitation and increase patient comfort

Job Summary

  • The Behavioral Health Tech provides age-specific assistance with activities of daily living to lower agitation and increase patient comfort.
  • Responsibilities include collecting vital signs, conducting safety rounds, and documenting all care activities within the Electronic Medical Record.
  • Candidates must be able to perform CPR and utilize CPI skills for crisis intervention while ensuring a safe unit environment.

Matching Summary

The Behavioral Health Tech provides age-specific assistance with activities of daily living to lower agitation and increase patient comfort.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Basic Life Support certification within 30 days
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • CPR and CPI crisis intervention skills
  • Patient safety rounds and contraband checks
  • Vital signs and I&O data collection

Nice-to-have

  • Previous acute care psychiatric experience
  • Background in psychology or counseling
  • Nursing student or related field education
  • Experience facilitating group activities
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • High School Graduate or GED
  • BLS Heartsaver (Non-Clinical) certification
  • One to three months related experience
  • Fluent English language skills
  • Proficient computer skills

Work Rights

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