Behavioral Health Technician (1st Shift)

Serenity at Summit New England
Haverhill, MA
Full-time

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
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