Behavioral Health Technician

Job Posted 1/18/2025
UAB St. Vincent's
Huffman, AL 35235
United States
Job Description
  • Department: Behavioral Health - Adult Psychiatry
  • Sign-On Bonus: Up to $1,000
  • Schedule: Days; Monday - Friday; 7a - 7p
  • Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's East - Trussville
  • Location: Birmingham, AL

Provide direct behavioral health patient care.

  • Assist patients with performing activities of daily living.
  • Provide or assist with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
  • Observe and record patient behavior and activities. Report any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
  • Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention preferred.
  • Certified Nurse Aide preferred.

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

No additional preferences.