Behavioral Health Technician 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $17 - $19 Per Hour

Compassion Behavioral Health is a provider of behavioral healthcare services. We offer residential mental health services, endorsed by the mission of delivering excellence in the treatment of specialty behavioral health and addiction disorders. CBHs team-oriented work environment has been empowered to make a difference and reflect the input from employees, physicians, and all strategic alliances. We are seeks individuals who convey excellent care and customer service, as well as an unparalleled commitment to patients, staff, physicians, and community.

2nd Shift

Candidate must have a clear and valid Drivers License

Candidate must be able to pass a level II background screen.

Must have experience with the Mental Health Population

JOB DESCRIPTION

CBH is looking for a passionate individual to join our BHT department at our Residential Treatment Center location in Fort Lauderdale. As a Behavioral Health Technician at CBH you will participate in the implementation of patients' treatment plan by:

• Providing care and close supervision of facility patients and documenting behavior
• Developing positive relationships with patients and co-workers
• Following facility policies and procedures implementing treatment plans and providing crisis intervention as necessary.
• Actively participate as part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction
• Act as a role model in using appropriate counseling skills by de-escalating aggression, using active listening skills, using appropriate tone and volume of voice, providing a high frequency and variety of positive reinforcements, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and promoting a positive peer culture.
• Primary liaison between the clinical team and the patients of CBH.
• Work closely with the department head to meat department goals.
• WEEKENDS ARE MANDATORY!!

CBH is a private treatment program in Florida that is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for adult men and women who are struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. Visit our website at