Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Technician plays a crucial role in supporting the nursing administration by overseeing staffing needs, supervising patient attendants, and ensuring that all activities align with organizational standards and policies. Additionally, this position is responsible for various administrative duties that include scheduling, record keeping, and promoting staff development initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Manage staffing requirements and supervise patient sitters.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies and compliance.
- Handle administrative functions including scheduling and maintaining records.
- Facilitate and support staff development programs.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory; an associate degree is preferred.
- Strong critical thinking skills are essential.
- Ability to perform effectively in a high-pressure environment.
- Completion of CPR and Crisis Prevention Training is required within the first 30 days of employment.
Lifepoint Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
