Behavioral Health Technician

• Location: Chicago, IL

• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph

• Department: Adult Psychiatry Unit

• Schedule: Day shift | PRN | 7:00 am - 7:30 pm

• 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.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention credentialed from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).
  • Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Education:

• 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.