Behavioral Health Care Technician - JFK ADATC

Behavioral Health Care Technician

The Julian F. Keith Alcohol & Drug Abuse Treatment Center (JFK) in Black Mountain has an excellent opportunity for a Behavioral Health Care Technician (BHCT). If you are looking for a challenging career working as part of a multi-disciplinary team that impacts lives, please consider this opportunity at JFK ADATC in Black Mountain.

No experience necessary! JFK gives you all the training that you will need to be a successful BHCT.

Recruitment Range : $31,200 - $38,688

The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Care Technician (BHCT) is to provide support to the clients in working toward the goals and objectives of their treatment plans and to manage the milieu on each unit. This will be provided through their assistance to clients and the treatment team in the areas of fostering a therapeutic environment on the unit, helping clients in activities of daily living skills, helping the treatment team to monitor any medical, emotional, behavioral, or social problems, and supporting the clients in their efforts to overcome these problems. It is the responsibility of the BHCT to accompany and / or transport patients in need of medical services outside the facility. The BHCT manages the milieu of the unit by close observation and interaction with all patients. Although the BHCT may be assigned to a specific unit or shift, the BHCT is expected to provide coverage in any area as needed to provide a full range of services.

To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry. Employee will be required to successfully complete training through our Staff Development department which includes but is not limited to CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), CPR, Motivation Interviewing, Patient Monitoring, Infection Control and Body Mechanics. The BHCT I position requires frequent standing and walking.

This posting is for multiple vacancies. The Behavioral Health Care Technician will work one of the following schedules :

• 12-hour day shift (6 : 45 am - 7 : 15 pm) some holidays, weekends and overtime; flexibility required
• 12-hour night shift (6 : 45 pm - 7 : 15 am) some holidays, weekends and overtime; flexibility required

This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies :

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following :

Physical Requirements : Frequent walking, standing, and lifting are required. Ability to complete and maintain CPR Certification. Ability to complete and maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification

Management Preferences : Prefers applicants who have worked with individuals with substance use disorders or mental health conditions.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements : High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

About the facility : JFK is a 68-bed inpatient treatment facility designed to meet the needs of adults with substance use disorders from the 37 westernmost counties in North Carolina. The facility treats individuals with substance abuse and psychiatric diagnoses. JFK is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations as a Behavioral Health facility and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as an inpatient psychiatric hospital.

About NC Department of Health and Human Services : The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.

Compensation & Benefits : The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.