Emend Healthcare
Behavioral Health Technician - Mental Health
Emend Healthcare, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Behavioral Health Technician - Mental Health
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Emend Healthcare
Join our team at Emend Healthcare to support individuals struggling with mental health disorders in a small residential facility in North Hollywood, CA.
Base pay range $17.00/hr - $23.00/hr
Position Details FULL-TIME REGULAR
SHIFT:
10‑hour shifts
LOCATION:
North Hollywood, CA (In‑Person)
SALARY:
$17.00 – $23.00 per hour (BOE)
About Us Emend Healthcare operates a small mental‑health residential facility. We are a professional, agile, and rewarding company seeking experienced employees to provide care and support to clients with mental health disorders.
Summary A Behavioral Health Technician develops and maintains a therapeutic environment, supports clients with daily living, monitors medication self‑administration, facilitates therapeutic and life‑skills activities, and ensures safety and compliance.
Duties
Conduct 15–30 minute round checks to ensure client safety and compliance.
Monitor clients for behavioral changes and document observations.
Assist with medication self‑administration and perform random drug screening.
Facilitate therapeutic or educational groups and promote client engagement.
Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs.
Assist clients with daily living skills and ensure facility cleanliness.
Respond to crisis situations, applying established protocols.
Plan recreational or skill‑building activities and support off‑site appointments.
Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the clinical team.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a Joint Commission compliant setting (hospital, medical, or detox/recovery environment).
Ability to read and understand English.
Valid CPR and First Aid certificate.
Valid California driver’s license.
Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, squat, and reach; lift up to 25 lbs with assistance if needed.
Experience with self‑administration medication process.
Recognition of signs and symptoms of medical emergencies.
Ability to perform cooking and cleaning duties.
Clean, sober, and abstinent for at least two years (required).
Pass a Livingscan background check.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k)
Aflac supplemental insurance
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Mental Health Care
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Emend Healthcare
Join our team at Emend Healthcare to support individuals struggling with mental health disorders in a small residential facility in North Hollywood, CA.
Base pay range $17.00/hr - $23.00/hr
Position Details FULL-TIME REGULAR
SHIFT:
10‑hour shifts
LOCATION:
North Hollywood, CA (In‑Person)
SALARY:
$17.00 – $23.00 per hour (BOE)
About Us Emend Healthcare operates a small mental‑health residential facility. We are a professional, agile, and rewarding company seeking experienced employees to provide care and support to clients with mental health disorders.
Summary A Behavioral Health Technician develops and maintains a therapeutic environment, supports clients with daily living, monitors medication self‑administration, facilitates therapeutic and life‑skills activities, and ensures safety and compliance.
Duties
Conduct 15–30 minute round checks to ensure client safety and compliance.
Monitor clients for behavioral changes and document observations.
Assist with medication self‑administration and perform random drug screening.
Facilitate therapeutic or educational groups and promote client engagement.
Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs.
Assist clients with daily living skills and ensure facility cleanliness.
Respond to crisis situations, applying established protocols.
Plan recreational or skill‑building activities and support off‑site appointments.
Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the clinical team.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a Joint Commission compliant setting (hospital, medical, or detox/recovery environment).
Ability to read and understand English.
Valid CPR and First Aid certificate.
Valid California driver’s license.
Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, squat, and reach; lift up to 25 lbs with assistance if needed.
Experience with self‑administration medication process.
Recognition of signs and symptoms of medical emergencies.
Ability to perform cooking and cleaning duties.
Clean, sober, and abstinent for at least two years (required).
Pass a Livingscan background check.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k)
Aflac supplemental insurance
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Mental Health Care
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