Center For Discovery
ED Overnight Technician - Residential
Center For Discovery, Thousand Oaks, California, United States, 91362
At Discovery, we offer career opportunities nationwide in residential, day treatment, and intensive outpatient eating disorder treatment.
Discovery is currently seeking Program Directors, Primary Therapists, Facility Managers, Counselors/Mental Health Specialists, Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Nurses. Discovery is specifically seeking individuals who consistently strive to provide exemplary care and are passionate about transforming the lives of others.
If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding career in the behavioral health field, the first step is to look for open job positions that match your skills, qualifications and interest. Each posting includes a description and minimum required qualifications.
When we review candidate information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or hiring manager may contact you to further discuss your qualifications.
Position Summary Overnight Eating Disorder Technician (Overnight ED Tech) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. Overnight ED Tech is responsible for contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. Overnight ED Tech responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, conducting routine safety observations, maintaining a safe and clean therapeutic environment, and supporting patients.
Essential Job Functions
Completes overnight checklist.
Completes light household cleaning.
Supports patient during admission processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program and milieu.
Effectively and professionally communicates with families/loved ones, as appropriate.
Completes relevant tasks within 24 hours of admission and accompanying notes in medical record.
Assists and supports patients in day-to-day activities including, but not limited to waking routines, morning hygiene, nighttime routine, evening hygiene, bathroom observations, and safety overnight observations.
Provides milieu management throughout the treatment experience and communicates with all team members.
Assists in the implementation of the comprehensive treatment plan in the milieu.
Engages in brief “check ins” wherein patients are provided with support and guidance in using coping skills.
Objectively and accurately documents patient progress on a daily basis.
Assists with discharge process.
Works during meal periods to provide supervision and support to patients.
Maintains an organized and safe environment.
Completes all shift notes, rounds and other required documentation by the end of shift.
Performs any other assigned and/or requested duties.
Participates in overnight technician on‑call rotation three to four weekends per year.
This is a on‑call position.
Knowledge, Education, and Experience
One year of experience in mental health treatment or a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Must possess a current driver’s license and be in good standing.
Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Reference Number: 2876
City, State: Thousand Oaks, CA
Employment Type: On‑Call PRN
Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00
Shift Hours & Dates: On‑call PRN position
Virtual: No
Check Out the Discovery Benefits & Perks We value our employees, which is why we provide ways to help their personal needs and professional growth.
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Discovery is currently seeking Program Directors, Primary Therapists, Facility Managers, Counselors/Mental Health Specialists, Dietitians, Diet Techs, and Nurses. Discovery is specifically seeking individuals who consistently strive to provide exemplary care and are passionate about transforming the lives of others.
If you are interested in a challenging and rewarding career in the behavioral health field, the first step is to look for open job positions that match your skills, qualifications and interest. Each posting includes a description and minimum required qualifications.
When we review candidate information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or hiring manager may contact you to further discuss your qualifications.
Position Summary Overnight Eating Disorder Technician (Overnight ED Tech) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. Overnight ED Tech is responsible for contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. Overnight ED Tech responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, conducting routine safety observations, maintaining a safe and clean therapeutic environment, and supporting patients.
Essential Job Functions
Completes overnight checklist.
Completes light household cleaning.
Supports patient during admission processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program and milieu.
Effectively and professionally communicates with families/loved ones, as appropriate.
Completes relevant tasks within 24 hours of admission and accompanying notes in medical record.
Assists and supports patients in day-to-day activities including, but not limited to waking routines, morning hygiene, nighttime routine, evening hygiene, bathroom observations, and safety overnight observations.
Provides milieu management throughout the treatment experience and communicates with all team members.
Assists in the implementation of the comprehensive treatment plan in the milieu.
Engages in brief “check ins” wherein patients are provided with support and guidance in using coping skills.
Objectively and accurately documents patient progress on a daily basis.
Assists with discharge process.
Works during meal periods to provide supervision and support to patients.
Maintains an organized and safe environment.
Completes all shift notes, rounds and other required documentation by the end of shift.
Performs any other assigned and/or requested duties.
Participates in overnight technician on‑call rotation three to four weekends per year.
This is a on‑call position.
Knowledge, Education, and Experience
One year of experience in mental health treatment or a Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Must possess a current driver’s license and be in good standing.
Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Reference Number: 2876
City, State: Thousand Oaks, CA
Employment Type: On‑Call PRN
Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00
Shift Hours & Dates: On‑call PRN position
Virtual: No
Check Out the Discovery Benefits & Perks We value our employees, which is why we provide ways to help their personal needs and professional growth.
Change Lives with a Rewarding Career in Healthcare #J-18808-Ljbffr