Psychiatric Behavioral Health Technician - Phoenix, United States - Maricopa County

Maricopa County

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Posting Date

06/04/24

Application Deadline

06/11/24

Pay Range

Full Pay Range:
$ $27.00 Hourly

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Correctional Health

About the Position

Are you interested in making a significant, positive, and demonstrable impact in the lives of others? Do you feel compassion toward those struggling with mental illness? If your answer to these questions is "yes," then working as a Correctional Health Services Pysch - Behavioral Health Technician (Psych-BHT) may be what you are seeking

In this critical role, you will work closely with Psychiatric providers in the CHS Mental Health Unit, where many of Maricopa County's most psychiatrically ill patients are treated.

About Us

Correctional Health Services (CHS) is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication-Assisted Treatment, and Opioid Treatment Program).

Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Proud to Offer- Perform work with a greater purpose- Tuition reimbursement- Exceptional work-life balance- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County- Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave- Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts- Employee discounts for goods and services- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System.

This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1- Learn more at- Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require- Three years of experience in the care and treatment of persons with mental health disorders and behavioral difficulties- High School Diploma or G.E.D.

certificate- An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

We Value- Experience in behavioral health- Working knowledge of the petitioning process for court-ordered treatment in Maricopa County

Job Contributions- Work with the psychiatric provider staff and mental health staff to determine which patients need involuntary treatment- Observe patients identified as needing involuntary treatment for symptoms of mental illness, including danger to self, danger to others, or symptoms indicating that the patient is persistently or acutely disabled or gravely disabled Testify in court to observe patient behaviors- Identify patients who are on a court order for involuntary treatment and make that information available to provider staff- Maintain documentation for all patient contact- Assist provider staff in coordinating care with patient's outpatient clinic

Working Conditions- Must be able to work inside a jail environment, consisting of working near inmates and other staff and indoors in a confined area handling multiple or complicated tasks Teleworking, hybrid schedules, and weekend work may be required- Must complete a thorough background check- Requires accuracy, decision-making, and concentration skills to be vigilant in a teamwork environment.

Perform a high volume of work under short deadlines or with time pressures to complete frequently changing and unscheduled tasks

Selection ProcedureMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.