Behavioral Health Tech, Emergency Department

Provides direct patient care and supportive services to patients with mental health disorders as well as chemically dependent patients to ensure the safety and well being of patients. Carries out a variety of patient care activities which support the maintenance of the therapeutic milieu and which meet the patient's needs for comfort and safety. In addition to the listed duties and responsibilities, is deemed competent to perform the duties and responsibilities listed in the Emergency Department Technician job description. Position Requirements
Required: Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or other behavioral health related fields, with one (1) year of experience in the behavioral health field

OR, Associates Degree and 3 years’ experience in inpatient setting,

OR 5 years of experience in inpatient psychiatric settings

BLS/CPR certification required.

License/Certification Requirements: Yes

Work Hours: 7p-7a

Weekend Requirements: Yes

On-Call Requirements: No