Behavioral Health Specialist

6 days ago


Aurora, Illinois, United States Ascension Health Full time

Company Overview

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A leading non-profit healthcare organization.

About Us

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Ascension Health is a faith-based national health system dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs.

Salary Range

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$62,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience.

Job Description

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We are seeking a Behavioral Health Technician BHT to provide direct behavioral health patient care in our Adolescent Psychiatry Nursing Unit.

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  • 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 suggest modifications to the treatment plan.">
  • Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.">

Required Skills and Qualifications

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Licensure / Certification / Registration:

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  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.">
  • Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention credentialed from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) preferred.">
  • Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health preferred.">

Education

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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.

Benefits

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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  • Paid time off (PTO)">
  • Various health insurance options & wellness plans">
  • Retirement benefits including employer match plans">
  • Long-term & short-term disability">
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)">
  • Parental leave & adoption assistance">
  • Tuition reimbursement">
  • Ways to give back to your community">

Why Choose Ascension

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We are committed to creating a work environment that values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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Ascension Health is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

E-Verify Statement

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