What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Northern Ohio Recovery Association?
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Job Description: The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for keeping order and security in the facility.
Responsibilities Include: Monitoring the sign-in/sign-out book. Monitoring all program activities and maintaining a record of them in the shift log book. Advocating for clients’ daily necessities (food, clothing, activities). Answering residents’ questions that do not demand a counselor’s immediate attention. Supervising clients as they complete daily chores. Facilitating recreational activities for residents. Monitoring use of telephone. Collecting urine samples and breath tests from residents as needed. Keeping monitor’s station neat and clean. Issuing toiletries and linens to residents. Ensuring afterhours order and security at the facility. Documenting any unusual incidents that occur during a shift to the Director of Treatment. Enforcing all program rules and regulations. Driving clients to and from appointments (if applicable). Observing and documenting clients while they take medications.
General Requirements: Two (2) years of sobriety (actively working a program of recovery). Ability to maintain an orderly and constructive atmosphere of and ensure equitable treatment of residents. Ability to work independently without supervision. Ability to be assertive and consistent in dealings with clients. Ability to cope effectively with crisis situation. Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Basic knowledge of crisis intervention.
Educational Requirement: Education or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cleveland, OH 44103: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: One location