Behavioral Health Technician

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join Valleywise Health as a Behavioral Health Tech I, where you#ll receive paid on-the-job training to support patients receiving care under Court Ordered Evaluation or Treatment for mental illness. As part of our team, you#ll gain hands-on experience while completing training that includes : Classroom instruction Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification Clinical instruction under the guidance of experienced Behavioral Health Technicians and nursing staff You#ll work in one of our three inpatient facilities (Maryvale, Phoenix, or Mesa) and collaborate closely with patients, families, and the entire treatment team. This role is a critical part of creating a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for those in our care. If you#re looking for a meaningful career path in behavioral health and want to grow your skills with the support of a dedicated team, this is the opportunity for you. Hourly Pay Range : $16.87 - $24.88 # Qualifications Education : Requires a High School Diploma or GED. Experience : This is an entry-level behavioral health position, no prior experience required. Prefer one year of work experience in a healthcare or behavioral health setting. Specialized Training : Must be able to complete Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training upon hire. Certification / Licensure : Requires BLS issued by the American Heart Association or completes BLS during NEO training. Valleywise Behavioral Health Center # Mesa Unit 2 Adolescent : Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit completed application to the Arizona Department of Public Safety within seven days of hire date.#Fingerprint clearance cards must remain valid for the entire period of issuance and must be renewed prior to expiration. Pursuant to Arizona Administrative Code R9-10-306 CHAPTER 10 of the Dept. of Health Services, personnel must be at least 21 years of age, or at least 18 years of age and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member#s scope of practice. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Must demonstrate the skills and knowledge to provide behavioral health services to adults, including those over the age of 65, adolescents, individuals with substance abuse, individuals who are seriously mentally ill, individuals who have co-occurring disorder, and / or individuals who may be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence.# Requires basic computer word processing skills (e.g., formatting, editing, printing, composing email, internet searches, etc.) to be able to successfully navigate through an electronic medical record using a computer.# Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join Valleywise Health as a Behavioral Health Tech I, where you'll receive paid on-the-job training to support patients receiving care under Court Ordered Evaluation or Treatment for mental illness.

As part of our team, you'll gain hands-on experience while completing training that includes :

• Classroom instruction
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification
• Clinical instruction under the guidance of experienced Behavioral Health Technicians and nursing staff

You'll work in one of our three inpatient facilities (Maryvale, Phoenix, or Mesa) and collaborate closely with patients, families, and the entire treatment team. This role is a critical part of creating a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for those in our care.

If you're looking for a meaningful career path in behavioral health and want to grow your skills with the support of a dedicated team, this is the opportunity for you.

Hourly Pay Range : $16.87 - $24.88

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