Behavioral Health Technician

4 weeks ago


Durham, North Carolina, United States Duke University Full time
About the Role

Duke University is seeking a skilled Behavioral Health Technician to join our team at Duke Regional Hospital. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a vital role in providing physical and psychological care to patients with psychiatric disorders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Observe patients and assess their progress on a daily basis, reporting significant changes in their condition or behavior to the supervising RN.
  • Interact with patients on a one-to-one basis, providing recreational or social activities and reinforcing patient teaching.
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living, including making beds, bathing, personal hygiene, feeding, and dressing.
  • Assist patients with position changes, range of motion exercises, transfers, and walking.
  • Provide care and monitoring of patients in seclusion and/or restraint.
  • Provide protection and control for patients as required to ensure patient safety in the facility.
  • Participate in restraining combative patients as necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and infection control guidelines, including universal precautions for self and patients.
  • Participate in staff discussions to assess, coordinate, and execute patient care.
Requirements
  • Graduation from high school or GED.
  • 1 year of experience working with patients with substance abuse, mental health, dementia diagnosis, intellectually or disabled preferred.
  • Listing on the Nurse Aid Registry of North Carolina or Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor in North Carolina or Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician in North Carolina or Certification as a Behavioral Health Technician by The Academy of Addiction Professionals or American Medical Certification Association.
  • BCLS certification must be maintained/completed by the end of new hire orientation.
  • CPI certification strongly preferred.
What We Offer

Duke University is committed to creating a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. We strive to provide a work environment that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive of all employees.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join our team and contribute to the delivery of exceptional patient care at Duke Regional Hospital.



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