Behavioral Health Technician

2 weeks ago

Altoona, United States Blair Family Solutions Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $17.50-$19.00

Description of Services
The Behavioral Health Worker will be responsible for implementing mental health treatment and crisis intervention for children and families through the Clinical Home model. This position also includes providing psycho-educational groups for youth and/or families, intensive case management service to children and families, and supporting clients with one-on-one interventions in the school, home, and community to support the overall mental health goals of the child’s treatment plan. Behavioral Health
Workers will attend weekly supervision and consultation deemed appropriate as well as frequent participation in trainings.


Specific Job Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:

1. Provide direct behavioral interventions and teach client-specific skills. This may include individual/group interventions, psycho-education groups, and assisting in crisis intervention to identified children and families within the school system as well as in the home and community.

2. Maintain a collaborative relationship with the parent/guardian of each client.
3. Collect and update data related to client’s record.
4. Implement individualized crisis plans for each client and family. Work with treatment team to help neutralize crises.
5. Participate in on-call crisis intervention triage as needed during evenings, nights, and weekends.

Assist in debriefing of crisis situations to develop more effective plans for families served.
6. Attend and actively participate in weekly group supervision.
7. Document and complete daily case records required and in compliance with all Federal and State regulations.
8. Attend all trainings and workshops as required for professional development.
9. Provide Structural Family Therapy interventions for children and families as directed.


Case Management Responsibilities:
1. Provide intensive case management to children and families that include addressing needs that negatively impact the family’s level of functioning.
2. Participate in Interagency meetings as deemed appropriate.
3. Participate in Individualized Educational Plans as deemed appropriate.
4. Complete required reports to Child line and other agencies involved, as necessary.
5. Work in collaboration with Program Director, Clinical Consultant, Administrative Staff, Quality

Assurance Department, and the billing department to assist in the process of monitoring quality assurance and other protocols necessary to effectively manage programmatic aspects.

6. Maintain high quality records sufficient to meet State and Federal clinical documentation requirements that include all funding sources.


Education Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree


Other Qualifications
• All necessary child abuse clearances (PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and Federal Criminal History Clearance)

• Valid driver’s license

• Auto insurance with 100/300/50 coverage


General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Communication Skills – Transmits information clearly, in writing and/or verbally; Clearly and consistently communicates with clients, supervisors, and families

• Customer Service Skills – always puts the client first

• Problem Solving Skills – Demonstrates sound judgement and decision-making

• Organizational Skills – uses an organized approach to job responsibilities

• Active Listening Skills – Consistently uses good active listening skills

• Professionalism – acts with professionalism and integrity in all work environments

• Initiative – takes initiative and is proactive

• Responsive – attentive/responsive to needs of internal and/or external clients

• Patience – able to maintain patience in all situations

• Consistency – able to handle all situations and treat all people with consistency

• Ability to work closely with others

• Ability to manage time and meet frequent deadlines

• Ability to maintain accurate paperwork

• Ability to analyze information and apply standard practices

• Ability to work with interruptions

• Ability to utilize creativity to problem solve

• Ability to follow and maintain confidentiality and safety policies

Competencies
• Communication Proficiency

• Ethical Conduct

• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

• Thoroughness

• Decision Making


Working Conditions
• Work will be completed in a variety of conditions and settings, such as the client’s home, school, or other social setting


Physical Requirements

  • Constantly Incurred (More than 75% of time on job)* – ability to communicate orally and in writing, ability to hear conversations, ability to observe behavior, ability to analyze actions and behaviors, ability to sit, ability to stand.

Frequently Incurred (Between 25% - 75% of time on job) – ability to walk, ability to drive (in order to make home visits), ability use legs/arms to climb, ability to balance, ability to run
Occasionally Incurred (Less than 25% of time on job) – ability to lift, ability to work in hot (between 90-100 degrees) and cold (below 55 degrees) temperatures, exposure to intermittent noise above 85DB, exposure to chemicals (cleaning), the ability to restrain once officially trained

This job description is intended to cover the information essential to understanding the scope of the job, and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed of representatives of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Equal Opportunity Employer

  • Behavioral Health Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States Alternative Community Resource Programs Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob descriptionThe primary functions of a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) are intended to facilitate the development of social competencies and the overall emotional development of children, youth, and young adults ages 3-21. The goal is to help the child achieve maximum overall functioning, while preventing the need for out...

  • Behavioral Health Technician

    3 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States Alternative Community Resource Programs Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob descriptionThe primary functions of a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) are intended to facilitate the development of social competencies and the overall emotional development of children, youth, and young adults ages 3-21. The goal is to help the child achieve maximum overall functioning, while preventing the need for out...

  • Behavioral Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States Blair Family Solutions Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $17.50-$19.00Description of ServicesThe Behavioral Health Worker will be responsible for implementing mental health treatment and crisis intervention for children and families through the Clinical Home model. This position also includes providing psycho-educational groups for youth and/or families, intensive case...

  • Registered Behavioral Technician

    9 hours ago

    Altoona, United States Pyramid Healthcare Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDeliverable/Responsibilities:Implement Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) and ABA-based interventionsGuide and support staff with implementation of PBSPsAssist with preparing appropriate data collection formsCollect, enter, and graph ABA data (Descriptive and quantitative)Assist with completion of Functional Behavior...

  • Registered Behavioral Technician

    20 hours ago

    Altoona, United States Pyramid Healthcare Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDeliverable/Responsibilities:Implement Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) and ABA-based interventionsGuide and support staff with implementation of PBSPsAssist with preparing appropriate data collection formsCollect, enter, and graph ABA data (Descriptive and quantitative)Assist with completion of Functional Behavior...

  • Clinician Fellow

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    UPMC Altoona is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse who is ready to take the next step in their career as a nursing leader. If you are interested in growing your career, and leading other nurses with the support of a leadership team, UPMC Altoona has an opportunity for someone like you to serve as a Clinician or Clinician Fellow in our 3G Inpatient...

  • Clinician Fellow

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    UPMC Altoona is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse who is ready to take the next step in their career as a nursing leader. If you are interested in growing your career, and leading other nurses with the support of a leadership team, UPMC Altoona has an opportunity for someone like you to serve as a Clinician or Clinician Fellow in our 3G Inpatient...

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States Pyramid Healthcare Inc Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDeliverables/Principal Results Expected: *Provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) support services within the school* Develops behavior support systems for students diagnosed with autism and emotional/behavioral support needs*Supervises Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)*Supports and guides staff with implementation of ABA...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    **Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient** **care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore** **this opportunity today!** **UPMC Altoona is looking for a casual Patient...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today! UPMC Altoona is looking for a casual Patient Care Technician,...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today! UPMC Altoona is looking for a casual Patient Care Technician,...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    4 days ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today! (Must have at least 1 year of direct experience or completion of...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    4 days ago

    Altoona, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today! (Must have at least 1 year of direct experience or completion of...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    **Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today!** **UPMC Altoona is looking for a casual Patient Care...

  • Patient Care Technician, Nursing Student

    2 weeks ago

    Altoona, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    Are you a nursing student interested in gaining clinical experience to complement your education? If you're passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to be further immersed in the hospital and offers plenty of room for growth, we invite you to explore this opportunity today! UPMC Altoona is looking for a casual Patient Care Technician,...

  • Mental Health Worker I

    7 days ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    Mental Health Worker I Fulltime - Evening shift with rotation every other weekend, holidays included. AFSCME Posted: Aug 2, 2021 Reposted: Nov 15, 2021 **Purpose:** The Mental Health Worker I (MHW I) functions as part of the nursing team in providing for the care of patients on the Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Unit. Through the use of...

  • Mental Health Worker I

    7 days ago

    Altoona, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    Mental Health Worker I Fulltime - Evening shift with rotation every other weekend, holidays included. AFSCME Posted: Aug 2, 2021 Reposted: Nov 15, 2021 Purpose: The Mental Health Worker I (MHW I) functions as part of the nursing team in providing for the care of patients on the Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Unit. Through the use of individual...

  • Mental Health Worker I

    7 days ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    **Mental Health Worker I** **Full-time, Night Shift with Weekend obligations, rotation and holidays.** **AFSCME - Union** **Posted: 5/2/2024** **Purpose:** The Mental Health Worker I (MHW I) functions as part of the nursing team in providing for the care of patients in the Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Unit. Through the use of individual and...

  • Mental Health Worker I

    7 days ago

    Altoona, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time

    Mental Health Worker I Full-time, Night Shift with Weekend obligations, rotation and holidays. AFSCME - Union Posted: 5/2/2024 Purpose: The Mental Health Worker I (MHW I) functions as part of the nursing team in providing for the care of patients in the Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Unit. Through the use of individual and group methods, the MHW I...

  • Mental Health Worker I

    7 days ago

    Altoona, United States UPMC Full time

    Mental Health Worker I Flex Full-time, Evening shifts with rotation, weekends and holidays included. AFSCME - Union Posted: June 30, 2022 **Purpose:** The Mental Health Worker I (MHW I) functions as part of the nursing team in providing care to patients in the Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Unit. Through the use of individual and group methods,...