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Behavioral Health Technician – Crisis Services
| Company | Centerstone |
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| Location | Clarksville, TN, USA |
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| Salary | $15 – $21 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | |
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| Experience Level | Junior |
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Requirements
- Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Basic computer skills.
- One year of relevant job experience required, preferably in mental related field required.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Responsibilities
- Provides support and interventions in both group and individual settings, focusing on the improvement of the client’s functioning and mental health needs.
- Obtains vital signs and reports results to nursing.
- Completes 15-minute safety checks.
- Provides assistance, supervision and interaction to client throughout work shift.
- Inventories, documents and secures client belongings.
- Ability to de-escalate clients using evidence-based de-escalation training, e.g. Therapeutic Options, to include safety holds, as necessary.
- Use of basic technology, such as data entry and documentation of vital signs and shift notes.
- Provides assistance during medical emergencies as directed by nursing staff.
Preferred Qualifications
- Skill in crisis intervention (preferred)
- Certified peer recovery specialist preferred.
