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Essentia Health · 5 months ago

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Float Pool (Day and Night Shifts)

Duluth, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22.77/hr - $33.86/hr

1+ years exp

Essentia Health is a healthcare provider located in Duluth, MN, seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for their Float Pool. The role involves assisting with patient care under nursing supervision, ensuring compliance with care standards, and promoting a supportive environment for patients of varying ages.

Health CareHospitalNon Profit

Responsibilities

Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the direct supervision of nursing leadership

Support both direct and indirect care for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics

Ensure patient care practices meet Joint Commission standards and other regulatory guidelines

Collaborate with the care team to help meet departmental goals and the organization’s mission

Facilitate age-appropriate individual and group activities aligned with each patient’s care plan

Promote a supportive and safe environment that addresses each patient’s physical, emotional, and social needs

Qualification

Mental health experienceSocial services degreeCertified Peer Support SpecialistBasic Cardiac Life SupportPsychology courses

Required

1 year experience working with persons with mental health symptoms or related applicable experience OR Degree in social services related field OR Certified Peer Support Specialist in Minnesota or Wisconsin

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire