Behavioral Health Technician

Position Purpose:

The Behavioral Health Tech is a vital member of the Haven House Inc. System of Care. The Behavioral Health Tech is under the supervision of the Program Director / Counselor and is responsible for the complete care and wellbeing of the clients while they are treated at Haven House Inc., as well as record patient behavior, and provide a safe, supportive environment for the patients.

Safety-Sensitive Position Notice:

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are held to heightened standards due to the nature of their responsibilities and the potential impact on employee, client, and public safety. The use of substances that may cause sedation, impairment, or diminished alertness — including but not limited to opioids, marijuana, and benzodiazepines — may not be permitted while performing duties in these roles.

Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility to changes in the work environment
2. Drive clients in 15-passenger van
3. Work together as a team to provide each client the best care possible
4. Set appropriate boundaries with clients and Haven House Team Members
5. Complete and forward an email copy of Incident Reports immediately to the BHT supervisor, the counselor, the Director of Operations, and Clinical Director
6. Attend all Haven House Team Members meetings
7. Provide supervision of self-administered medications
8. Monitor and observe client behavior with documentation in shift reports
9. Count and keep track of all clients on the Census during hourly rounds and throughout the day
10. Search new admission belongings to ensure no contraband is brought into the facility, and all valuables and medications are secured
11. Do not discuss any client information in front of other clients. This includes the level of care programs, medication and former clients as all clients are protected by HIPPA.
12. Conduct random searches of the client rooms along with random UA’s and breathalyzers
13. Answering all house phone calls and directing them to the appropriate parties
14. Haven House Team Members are not to have relationships with current clients or former clients
15. Do not argue or use vulgar language in front of the clients or talk about employees or clients to other Team Members and or clients
16. If you have a concern about an employee or client, you need to speak with the Lead Recovery
17. Technician, to ensure that this matter is addressed in a professional manner
18. Enforce all client rules and guidelines to the best of your ability. Consistency within the department is imperative, not only for the clients but for your Haven House Team Member as well
19. Follow ethical guidelines in accordance with the state of Maryland.
20. Performs other duties assigned.