Overview
Job Title : Behavior Health Technician
Reports To : Director of Program Operations
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Compensation : $18-$20 / HR
Shift : Saturday and Sunday Overnights 8 : 00pm - 8 : 00am
The primary purpose of this role is to provide supervision for clients and ensure their safety while building rapport. This includes assisting each client in working with a group and handling individual problems; setting limits for behavior; documenting clients progress; identifying the possible need for professional services and communicating findings to professional staff. This role requires working with adult male sex offenders in a residential setting.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for whereabouts of residents and what they are doing at all times.
- Monitor residents' behaviors.
- Facilitate residential daily schedule including supporting residents in activities such as chores, deep cleaning designated spaces, meal service, laundry, groups, activities, and events.
- Carry out regular checks on residents.
- Administer medication at designated times, as prescribed by the GP.
- Assist with planning individual care for residents as needed.
- Communicate with the clinical staff about residents' general condition and developments in the home.
- Rotate being on call to provide emergency coverage as needed.
- Answer the telephone and take messages as required.
- Take residents out on outings and oversee visitation.
- Perform case management tasks (e.g., set up medical appointments, daily living skills, resume writing, insurance enrollment).
- Write case notes during each shift.
- Practice compliance with all policies, record-keeping requirements, and assigned documentation.
- Manage time effectively and multi-task.
- Remain current on all training and certifications required to maintain employment with Steps For Change - Adult Residential.
- Maintain knowledge of fire, emergency, first aid, CPR, and security procedures.
Qualifications
Language Ability : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials; write reports and procedures; communicate with groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.Math Ability : Ability to perform basic arithmetic and interpret data as needed.Reasoning Ability : Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions presented in various forms.Computer Skills : Proficiency with Microsoft Office.Education / Experience : High school diploma or GED; or 1-2 years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities : As applicable to the role.Physical Demands : Regularly sit, use hands, and talk or hear; occasionally stand, walk, reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift / move up to 15 pounds.Work Environment : Reasonable accommodations may be made for essential functions; full-time remote work on occasion may be possible depending on assignment.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy : Steps For Change provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The company has developed Affirmative Action Programs to assist with recruitment and advancement of individuals covered by applicable laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements or other legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons. Applicants will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination for engaging in protected activities.
According to SFC policy, prospective candidates are required to undergo a Department of Human Services Background Study and background check conducted by SFC.
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