Behavioral Health Technician - Mission Viejo, United States - Mending Bridges LLC

Description

The BHT's are responsible for the shift-by-shift supervision of the client milieu and attending to client's essential needs while at Mending Bridges.

• Fulfill all Behavioral Health Technician responsibilities and documentation within mandated timelines by The Companies, state regulations, and accrediting bodies._

• Adhere to all IMS requirements, engaging in Detox Protocol, IMS, and MAT training, alongside other mandated training sessions._
• Conduct client rounds following state protocols, meticulously documenting observations in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), including detailed assessments of breathing and client positioning._

• Begin each shift by reviewing the daily communication log, summarizing activities at the shift's end, and ensuring the completion of all required tasks._
• Execute intake procedures for new admissions according to policy, encompassing UA, vitals, assessments, searches, and paperwork completion._

• Document daily client progress comprehensively in their charts, including overnight staff documentation of sleep quality and quantity._
• Perform medication observation for clients, adhering to Company and DHCS guidelines._
• Execute detoxification protocols for applicable clients, completing CIWA, COWS forms, and vital sign rounds._
• Provide crisis intervention support when necessary._
• Log new medications or changes as per DHCS and company protocols._

• Assist, instruct, or supervise clients in household chores, cleanliness, and food preparation, ensuring a tidy environment._
• Lead or assist in group activities such as Morning Reflection, Evening Reflection, Book study, and others as required, including facilitation and documentation._
• Support clients with daily programming needs, communicating observations and client needs to the clinical and operations teams._

• Demonstrate attentive listening skills to clients and effectively relay their needs to the treatment team._
• Provide transportation for clients to appointments, meetings, and other activities requiring transport to and from the facility._

• Attend weekly staff meetings, contributing constructively._
• Offer support to coworkers, aiding in task completion when needed._
• Arrive punctually for shifts, facilitating smooth transitions between shifts and reporting as necessary._
• Volunteer for additional shifts to support staffing needs and offer assistance as needed._
• Be open to crosstraining and flexible in assuming additional duties as required for seamless client care._

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to alternative approaches._
• Make contingency plans for adverse circumstances potentially affecting punctuality._
• Continuously evaluate work quality to meet client expectations and resolve conflicts positively._

• Attend annual training sessions to stay informed on substance use disorder treatment topics._
• Engage in continuing education to maintain licensing or certifications._
• Exhibit introductory knowledge of the 12 Steps and alternative recovery methods._
• Demonstrate interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, including HIPAA compliance._
• Show proficiency in computer usage, including Google Suite and digital documentation._

• This position does not involve direct supervision of others._

• Operate within a residential treatment facility, requiring regular walking and client interaction._
• Perform tasks involving standing, walking, bending, and potentially lifting items over 20 pounds._

• Maintain a fulltime hourly schedule, with shifts rotating as per facility needs, including holidays and inclement weather._
• No travel is expected for this role._

• Possess current RADT-I certification or higher (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment)._
• Hold a High School diploma or GED equivalent._
• Acquire at least one year of experience in a human services setting or equivalent._
• Maintain a clean DMV record and valid Driver's License._
• Possess current First Aid and CPR Certifications, TB Clearance, and California Facility Health Personnel Clearance._

• Undergo performance evaluations and adhere to performance expectations and improvement plans if necessary._
• Commit to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants._

• The listed duties are not exhaustive and may be supplement