Behavioral Health Technician (11369)

InGenesis is currently sourcing for Behavioral Health Technician candidates to work for our potential client. In this role, you will observe patients’ behavior, listen to their concerns, and record their condition.

This position is dependent on contract award.

If you meet the qualifications outlined below, apply today and we’ll reach out to answer any questions you may have!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Observation of patient’s behaviors and wellness checks.
• Prompt and assist with activities of daily living as needed.
• Provide health and general program education and patient support.
• Facilitate basic therapeutic groups (i.e., Processing Groups/Alternative Programming) and provide direct individual patient care and treatment.
• Assist in the development of specific behavioral treatment interventions such as coping skills, anger management, and other self-regulating behavior activities.
• Gathers patient care information through frequent contacts to assist behavioral health and medical providers with diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a behavioral science/specialty field.
• Two (2) years of work experience in a mental health clinic or residential healthcare setting.
• American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) certification at level three or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Current BLS for certification.
• Verbal proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).

Physical Demands

• The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, walking or jogging unaided over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy patients or equipment.
• The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as agility and dexterity, visual, and hearing capabilities.
• Must be able to respond to any medical emergency in the facility, via foot, within four minutes and perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
• Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency.

About InGenesis

InGenesis is one of the largest staffing firms in the industry and is among the largest diversity-owned healthcare staffing firms in North America. InGenesis is dedicated to placing people in positions that preserve life, improve lives, and inspire others. This does not happen without passionate people: skilled colleagues who are motivated to create innovative solutions and deliver superior service to our clients. InGenesis counts almost half of the Fortune 500 in our nearly 300 clients, including clients in the healthcare, life sciences, higher education and pharma industries.

EEO Statement

InGenesis is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including recent executive orders, and strictly prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

InGenesis is dedicated to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact us by visiting our website at https://www.ingenesis.com/careers/site-accommodations.