Job Information
WestCare Foundation Behavioral Health Technician in Marathon, Florida
Behavioral Health Technician
Job Details
Job Location
Marathon - 3000 41st Ocean 1 - Marathon, FL
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$18.83 - $18.83 Hourly
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
ThePeer Specialist/Behavioral Health Techis an individual with SMI, who mentors others with SMI. ThePeer Specialist/Behavioral Health Techprovides health promotion services including health education, psycho-education, prevention and outreach as well as providing support to medical staff through all phases of client care from arrival through discharge
ThePeer Specialist/Behavioral Health Techmust demonstrate personal accountability with duties including:
Communicating client status and ensuring accurate paperwork
Coordinating client interviews (entry and discharge)
Documenting every 15 minutes the locations of each client as well as the ongoing observance of client behaviors and activities.
Collecting client vitals and recording them.
Conducting client admissions.
Furnishing client meals and refreshments.
Conducting client fresh air breaks and group activities.
Maintaining fresh laundry and linens.
Assisting clients with their needs which vary from providing clothing/shower items to simply being an empathetic listener.
Performing basic housekeeping duties as needed; sweeping, mopping, and cleaning counters.
Using personal protective gear, particularly gloves, for all situations requiring this safety measure.
Removing all trash prior to shifts end.
Completing required documentation and performing given procedures to meet funding and accreditation requirements.
Participate in the development of person-centered Wellness and Recovery plans that integrate all clinical and non-clinical health-care related needs and services with the individual and the CCT
Encourages and supports his/her peers in achieving the goals described in the individuals Wellness and Recovery plan
Support and encourage their peers to be effective self-advocates
Promotes and encourages recovery based on SAMHSAsGuiding Principles of Recovery
Apply Motivational Interviewing strategies to effectively engage service recipients
Apply Collaborative Care techniques as presented in the IMPACT model of integrated healthcare
Provide health promotion activities to other individuals with SMI and encourage participation in health promotion activities that are available in the community
assist and support clients with referrals and linkages to community and social support services
Facilitate Psycho-educational activities for groups and individuals in accordance with the approved curriculumSolutions for Wellness and Team Solutions
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licensures:
HIV/AIDS 104 Basic Education and valid CPR Certificates are required. 20 hours of continuing education required annually.
Must hold a current Peer Certification as CPPS and/or CPRS from Florida Certification Board or must be able to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience and Competencies:
Training and or Experience in Crisis Intervention Preferred
Must be a current recipient of behavioral health services with a minimum of two years in recovery (mental health and, if applicable, substance abuse).
Must have the ability to perform basic computer operations including email and filling out electronic forms.
Caring heart and ability to handle stressful situations
Hands on and electronic training are provided covering a broad spectrum of topics involved with client care, psychology and addiction field
Ability to meet GCC insurance requirements for driving an agency vehicle
Ability to meet requirements of Department of Children and Families/Department Correction background check