Emend Healthcare
Behavioral Health Technician (NOC) - Encino
Emend Healthcare, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Behavioral Health Technician (NOC) – Encino at Emend Healthcare
Base Pay Range
$17.00/hr - $23.00/hr
Date: May, 2023
Position: Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time Regular)
Schedule: 10-hour shifts (NOC)
Location: Encino, CA (In-Person)
Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 hourly BOE
About the Role Benchmark Transitions operates a small detox/residential substance abuse facility in Encino, CA. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) will assist with the delivery of treatment services in cooperation with substance abuse counselors and will support individuals struggling with substance abuse to achieve progress toward treatment goals, emotional growth, academic success, and positive relationships.
Responsibilities
Supervise clients to ensure a physically and emotionally safe environment.
Provide an environment that promotes progress toward treatment goals, emotional growth, academic success, and positive relationships.
Assist new clients in acclimating to the Benchmark Transitions program.
Supervise and monitor clients, including taking attendance.
Support life skills and educational groups, participate on field trips or excursions, and facilitate therapeutic groups and workshops.
Assist with client move‑ins, moves, food preparation, and monitoring residence housekeeping needs.
Provide transportation to clients as directed.
Handle all medical emergencies under the supervision of the Program Director, Therapist, or Medical Director, following client care protocols.
Support client recovery per the Doctor’s orders and educate clients about their condition.
Provide detailed and accurate clinical reporting of client conditions and status, including detoxification and medication management protocols.
Performs other assignments or duties as required and/or requested.
Maintain strong attention to detail, make sound decisions, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Qualifications
Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.
Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in a Joint Commission compliant setting such as a hospital, medical or detox/recovery environment.
Ability to read and understand English.
Graduate of an accredited certification program for Substance Use Disorders with a current valid certificate (minimum RADT).
Possess a current and valid CPR and First Aid certificate.
Valid California driver’s license and liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle on duty.
Ability to stand, stoop, bend, squat, and reach for job duties such as handling materials on shelves, filing, and lifting.
Routinely lift and move items weighing up to twenty‑five pounds and use a dolly or cart for heavier items.
Adequate vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination for job duties.
Experienced in the self‑administration medication process and able to recognize signs of withdrawal, seizures, pain, high anxiety, low/high blood sugars, or a medically critical emergency.
Ability to perform cooking and cleaning duties.
Able to stand and walk most of the working day and perform other physical duties, occasionally using a stool or small ladder; specific qualifications may vary by assignment.
Recovering individuals must have a minimum of two years clean, sober, and abstinent to be considered for employment.
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Aflac supplemental insurance
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Other
Industries: Mental Health Care
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Date: May, 2023
Position: Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time Regular)
Schedule: 10-hour shifts (NOC)
Location: Encino, CA (In-Person)
Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 hourly BOE
About the Role Benchmark Transitions operates a small detox/residential substance abuse facility in Encino, CA. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) will assist with the delivery of treatment services in cooperation with substance abuse counselors and will support individuals struggling with substance abuse to achieve progress toward treatment goals, emotional growth, academic success, and positive relationships.
Responsibilities
Supervise clients to ensure a physically and emotionally safe environment.
Provide an environment that promotes progress toward treatment goals, emotional growth, academic success, and positive relationships.
Assist new clients in acclimating to the Benchmark Transitions program.
Supervise and monitor clients, including taking attendance.
Support life skills and educational groups, participate on field trips or excursions, and facilitate therapeutic groups and workshops.
Assist with client move‑ins, moves, food preparation, and monitoring residence housekeeping needs.
Provide transportation to clients as directed.
Handle all medical emergencies under the supervision of the Program Director, Therapist, or Medical Director, following client care protocols.
Support client recovery per the Doctor’s orders and educate clients about their condition.
Provide detailed and accurate clinical reporting of client conditions and status, including detoxification and medication management protocols.
Performs other assignments or duties as required and/or requested.
Maintain strong attention to detail, make sound decisions, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Qualifications
Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.
Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in a Joint Commission compliant setting such as a hospital, medical or detox/recovery environment.
Ability to read and understand English.
Graduate of an accredited certification program for Substance Use Disorders with a current valid certificate (minimum RADT).
Possess a current and valid CPR and First Aid certificate.
Valid California driver’s license and liability insurance if driving a personal vehicle on duty.
Ability to stand, stoop, bend, squat, and reach for job duties such as handling materials on shelves, filing, and lifting.
Routinely lift and move items weighing up to twenty‑five pounds and use a dolly or cart for heavier items.
Adequate vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination for job duties.
Experienced in the self‑administration medication process and able to recognize signs of withdrawal, seizures, pain, high anxiety, low/high blood sugars, or a medically critical emergency.
Ability to perform cooking and cleaning duties.
Able to stand and walk most of the working day and perform other physical duties, occasionally using a stool or small ladder; specific qualifications may vary by assignment.
Recovering individuals must have a minimum of two years clean, sober, and abstinent to be considered for employment.
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Aflac supplemental insurance
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Other
Industries: Mental Health Care
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