Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and / or mental health conditions.

Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.

Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.

POSITON TITLE : Behavioral Health Technician Non-Exempt Position

RESPONSIBLE TO : Program Director

MAJOR DUTIES : The Behavioral Tech Position works under the supervision of the Program Director. This position provides counseling and case management for individuals at the Involuntary Treatment Program. The Behavioral Health Technician will be responsible for providing specialized intervention and short-term intervention services to adults and older adults experiencing co-occurring acute behavioral health crisis that resulted in involuntary detention, with the goal of stabilization within the least restrictive setting. This position provides clinical services to patients. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently :

• Ensuring the care, safety, and supervision of residents on the therapeutic milieu through positive interactions and direct pro-active supervision.
• Utilize individualized care appropriate to the specific needs and strengths of residents. Utilize appropriate limit setting and resolution focused de-escalation techniques.
• Monitor, implement and support the milieu / program and schedule.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior. Monitor clients according to the assigned levels of observation, provide monitoring of the facility during shift.
• Facilitating the treatment plan set forth by the treatment team by providing day-to-day support. Will work as part of a treatment team.
• Facilitate and conduct groups, as designated by the program’s schedule.
• Collaborate with treatment team including client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and co-workers.
• Attending all training, education and staff enrichment activities; being familiar with the Philosophy, Mission and Objectives of Lifeline
• Will work with patients to meet the goals on the individual services plan identified activities and goals that are recovery and strength based and meets their unique needs. Acts as an advocate for the needs and rights of every person.
• Assists in completing admission including :

Orientation to the program, including an introduction to staff, tour of the facility, individual rights and grievances, program schedule, and community agreements.

Room Checks.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

GUIDELINES

This position requires that the incumbent obtain and maintain Washington State credentials through the Department of Health.

COMPLEXITY

The incumbent provides services to individuals who differ widely in age and socioeconomic status and who may possess a variety of chronic and serious social, behavioral and psychological problems. Strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and creativity are required to help implement and deliver treatment services that meet the complex needs of the participants in the Involuntary Treatment Program.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are with the members of the treatment team, individuals, significant others and family, representatives of various community agencies specializing in the treatment of behavioral health and crisis, and related community representatives including hospital personnel, lawyers, probation officers, and other court officials. All personal contacts are carried out in accordance with federal and state laws dealing with the confidentiality of individual records.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires the incumbent to provide verbal crisis de-escalation and to respond to aggressive individuals with a calm and collaborative demeanor.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working hours are spent indoors in offices or other meeting rooms or in the milieu. Supervision of outdoor activities, visits to community agencies, and participation in staff retreats and staff development activities may be required.

Salary : $20.39 - 22.60 / hr DOE

Application Process :

To apply electronically for this position, please click "Apply Now" or visit our ADP career center . For more information on this and other positions, please visit our website at www.lifelineconnections.org

The Benefits :

Lifeline Connections strives to be your employer of choice by offering our regular / full-time employees a generous benefits package. Our plans cover 85% of medical, dental, and vision costs at the employee level and 75% for all dependent plans. The majority of out-of-pocket costs (i.e. co-pays, prescriptions, and deductibles) under our medical plans are also covered. We also offer other benefits, such as : employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and supplemental coverage.

Our full-time employees and some part-time employees also qualify for our 401(K) plan that matches dollar for dollar up to 5%. On top of all that, our full-time employees receive approximately 4 weeks of paid time off during their first year of employment (accrual rates increase with years of service), as well as 1 personal holiday and 12 paid holidays per year!

There are many other supplemental benefits we are glad to offer such as tuition reimbursement and discounted cellular service amongst others.

Send us your resume and let's talk about you joining our team!