Lead Behavioral Health Technician

3 weeks ago

Bremerton, United States Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) Full time

Behavioral Health Technician Lead

Hiring Range: $22.67 - $27.78 per hour

Benefits:

* Comprehensive and generous health, dental and vision benefits
* Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days and 9 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
* Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
* Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
* An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Lead provides training and support for Behavioral Health Techs (BHTs). Collaborates with the team and MHP supervisor to oversee various administrative activities to support running a safe milieu. The BHT lead assists in the operations of KMHS in support of its stated mission, and provides the highest level of customer service to internal and external customers.

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Primary Responsibilities:

Hiring and Supervision

* Supervise BHTs in their work including but not limited to training, coaching, and evaluating with regard to:

a) Completion of assigned tasks and associated paperwork.

b) The use of trauma informed communication during client interactions.

c) Ensuring timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record.

d) Professional communication including but not limited to email, telephone and face to face interactions with peers and colleagues.

e) Additional tasks as assigned to the BHTs.

f) Meeting all expectations otherwise not specified.

* In collaboration with MHP Supervisors provide regular individual and group supervisions with BHTs:

a) Document and keep confidential records of supervisions and other significant interactions (i.e., debriefs, concerns raised or performance related issues).

b) In collaboration with MHP Supervisors provide ongoing individual training and coaching as needed with regard to specific staff performance, areas of improvement and training goals. Take the lead in ensuring newly hired BHTs are oriented to the team.

* In collaboration with unit leadership, participate in interviews for BHTs.

The BHT lead assists in the operations of KMHS in support of its stated mission, and provides the highest level of customer service to internal and external customers.

Major Responsibilities/Tasks:

Hiring and Supervision

* Supervise BHTs in their work including but not limited to training, coaching, and evaluating with regard to:

g) Completion of assigned tasks and associated paperwork.

h) The use of trauma informed communication during client interactions.

i) Ensuring timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record.

j) Professional communication including but not limited to email, telephone and face to face interactions with peers and colleagues.

k) Additional tasks as assigned to the BHTs.

l) Meeting all expectations otherwise not specified.

* In collaboration with MHP Supervisors provide regular individual and group supervisions with BHTs:

c) Document and keep confidential records of supervisions and other significant interactions (i.e., debriefs, concerns raised or performance related issues).

d) In collaboration with MHP Supervisors provide ongoing individual training and coaching as needed with regard to specific staff performance, areas of improvement and training goals. Take the lead in ensuring newly hired BHTs are oriented to the team.

* In collaboration with unit leadership, participate in interviews for BHTs.
* In collaboration with MHP Supervisor complete assigned BHT performance appraisals within agency standards and timelines.
* Promote the enhancement of positive staff morale by facilitating a timely response to concerns, ensuring respectful and professional internal communications, facilitate team building, and providing opportunities for staff recognition.

Unit and Milieu Staffing:

* Conduct ongoing assessment of milieu acuity and client risk, collaborating in a timely manner with the MHP Supervisors as needed to ensure effective de-escalation.
* In collaboration with unit leadership ensure adequate staffing per shift according to the appropriate protocol, to include additional staff as needed. Follow the established protocol for determining additional staffing.
* Be involved in unit pass downs, providing any relevant client and milieu information (i.e., safety, administrative) to oncoming MHP supervisor.
* In collaboration with MHP Supervisor conduct regular chart audits of BHT documentation to ensure compliance with all relevant WACs.
* Model appropriate techniques/behavior, including:
* Evidenced-based behavioral interventions on the floor
* Communication with staff and clients
* Trauma Informed Care (TIC)
* Professionalism



Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, social services, or behavioral health field or equivalent experience in Behavioral Health.

EXPERIENCE: Specialist (minimum 5 years of job-related experience)

Inpatient/residential work experience, supervisory experience, and teaching ability.

Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.

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