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Behavioral Health Technician II Th​/Fr​/Sa

Job in Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72208, USA
Listing for: Arkansas Children's
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Mental Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Behavioral Health Technician II , FT, Th/Fr/Sa 7a-7p

Work Shift

Full time

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC013189 Acute Crisis Unit

Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician's primary function is to contribute to the health and well-being of the patient.

Additional Information

The Behavioral Health Technician functions as an assistant to the team in providing constant safety observations, redirection/de-escalation, and care for a patient identified to be at risk to themselves and/or others.

Required Education

No education requirements

Recommended Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Required Work Experience

2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute 2 years of work experience

Recommended Work Experience Required Certifications Recommended Certifications

Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) - Academy for Addiction Professionals, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Prometric, Mental Health Technician (CMHT) - National Career Certification Board, Mental Health Technician - National Career Certification Board, Registered Behavior Technician - BACB - Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)

Description
  • Maintains documentation of a patient’s mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
  • Maintains direct observation and documentation of patient’s vital statistics.
  • Recognizes and reports early signs of escalation to patient care team.
  • Communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided.
  • Responds appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
  • Applies evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
  • Completes patient care (may include V/S, I&O's, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL's and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff to the RN.
  • Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment.
  • Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients as directed by licensed staff.
  • Other related duties as assigned.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity

    Arkansas Children’s provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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