Trinity Health Of New England is looking for a Behavioral Health Technician to join our team of mission-driven healthcare professionals located on our Behavioral Health Unit located at Johnson Memorial Hospital l in Stafford Springs CT.
The Mental Health Worker / Behavioral Health Tech is key role to keep patients engaged in recovery oriented activities, help to communicate patient’s needs to the clinical team, to monitor patient safety and to work with the nursing professionals to create a healing environments for patients.
You Will Be Responsible For:
- Performs patient observations and other patient care activities.
- Observes patient behavior.
- Performs, reports, and documents vital signs, ADLs.
- Responds rapidly to emergency call lights and performs safety checks.
- Provides group and individual interventions to assist the psychiatric patient towards recovery and rehabilitation.
Requirements:
- Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent with related experience required. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred
- Certification: AHA CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers
- Experience: Possesses a broad practical understanding of life experiences and the ability to relate to emotionally ill individuals.
- Prior experience in psychiatric setting a plus.
- Ability to prioritize tasks. Maintain confidentiality. Good problem-solving skills.
Highlights
- PER DIEM
- Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated health care team
- Engaged leadership.
- Excellent Benefits effective on first day
Johnson Memorial Hospital provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital a has been an anchor institution in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
