Behavioral Health Technician (1st Shift)

Serenity at Summit New England -

Harmony Health Group recently underwent a significant organization-wide restructuring and has new leadership with a renewed focus on employee satisfaction and client care.

We invite you to come see the changes for yourself!

We are currently seeking candidates for a full-time Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join the team in Haverhill, MA ! In this role, you will be working with adults undergoing treatment for mental health and / or substance abuse.

Position : Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Location : Haverhill, MA

Schedule : full time - 1st shift

Responsibilities :

• Assist with the supervision of patients' in their daily activities.
• Ensure that the patient’s follow the clinical schedule, and communicate any issues to the treatment team.
• Transport clients as needed (Must have valid Driver's license) If it is part of your duties and you are eligible to drive you must :
• Obey the rules of the department of motor vehicles, department of transportation, and all safety regulations put forth by the State.
• Conduct vehicle and client safety checklists before transporting clients or utilizing the vehicle.
• Make continuous rounds of the facility, rooms, and grounds, to ensure overall safety.
• Seeks out contraband, and reports any suspicions or findings immediately to their supervisor.
• Proactive in ensuring that the rules of the facility and the rights of the patient are being upheld.
• Communicate and / or resolves issues with housekeeping duties, and upkeep of buildings and grounds.
• Assist with readying rooms and common areas for client admission and discharges.
• Fosters a supportive environment for clients that follows ethical treatment.
• Seeks corrective criticism and has the ability to evaluate suggestions objectively.
• Reports to work per their assigned schedule & maintains acceptable overall attendance.
• Promotes a favorable / positive work atmosphere that is based on a team mentality.
• Completes all required trainings, and attends in-services and educational training as necessary and as assigned.
• Maintains flexibility and adaptability to expected and unexpected changes in the work environment.
• Reports (personal / within the facility) suspected illnesses of contagious diseases to Facility Director.
• Maintains safety of the physical environment.
• Communicates all grievances, incidents, reports suspected Abuse, Neglect, Trauma, or Exploitation, safety issues or breaches to Supervisor.
• Independently solve problems and follow through.
• Functions independently in an treatment program environment.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Requirements :

• Required to maintain certification up to date CPR, Verbal De-Escalation, HIPAA, HIV / AIDS, Incident Reporting, Infection Control, Overdose Prevention, and Self-Administration of Medications (when applicable),
• Completes CLIA waived training and follows the guidelines and steps for conducting and collecting samples for tests such as the Urine Drug Screening, a Breathalyzer, a Glucometer, and Pregnancy tests when applicable.
• Ability to work as a team member and have communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and be flexible in relation to department needs
• Knowledge of TJC standards within the Department
• Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and written Communication Skills
• Knowledge of State and Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality Laws
• Ability to understand and abide by the Drug Free Workplace Policies
• Ability to complete the Harassment and Discrimination training
• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity and Compliance Program
• Knowledge of current technology
• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder. Can score above a 70% on the SUD Training
• Familiar with community resources, or who in the facility to contact for community resources.

Benefits offered :

• Health, Vision, Dental and 401k benefits available
3 days ago