D165 - Adult AD Residential - Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technician (IDD) at the Oconee Center

Company Overview:

River Edge Behavioral Health is recognized for its state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse problems.  In addition, River Edge offers services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking Behavioral Health Technician - IDD - to join our team in making a difference in the lives of our patients every day.  We are in the heart of Middle Georgia State where we enjoy abundant recreational opportunities, and a family friendly environment with good schools and opportunities for the entire family to be involved.

The Behavioral Health Technician - IDD cares for people who have disabilities, chronic illnesses, cognitive impairments, or age-related problems. He or she provides social interaction and companionship for patients in various healthcare settings under the direction of a licensed professional.

Location/Schedule – 1241 Orchard Hill Road, Milledgeville, GA. The shifts available are:

• 1-part-time staff 8p-8a every other weekend
• 1-part-time staff 8a-8p every other weekend
• 1 - full time 4p-12a shift person every other weekend off.
  • Work 1st week: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (off Tuesday)
  • 2nd week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday (off Thursday) and every other weekend

• 2 - 1p-9p Monday, Friday and  8a-4p every other weekend (24 hours a week- could be 32 if willing to work every weekend)
• 2- 4p-12a  -  Tues/Thursday (rotating); Friday, and every other weekend. (24 hours a week – possibly 32 if willing to work every weekend)
• 2-  4p-12a  - Monday, Friday, every other weekend (24 hours a week – possibly 32 if willing to work every weekend)
• 2 - 12a-8a Monday, Friday, every other weekend (24 hours a week – possibly 32 if willing to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complies with Oconee policies/procedures
• Comply with client facility nursing policies/procedures
• Maintains confidentiality relative to patient services and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
• Provides companionship services, such as sitting with patient or reading to patient

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• At least six months of work experience as a sitter/companion in a healthcare setting.
• Experience in Behavioral Health
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered

Knowledge & Skills

• Must be self-started and work independently.
• Must be able to perform assignments with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Must have effective comprehensive reading skills, strong communication skills, written and verbal.

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible spending accounts
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 11 Paid holidays

• Voluntary Life Insurance