Behavioral Health Technician Ft. Lauderdale

Characteristics ofPosition:

The direct serviceassistant provides client centered care by facilitating, participating andmonitoring the treatment activities of clients (females) between the ages of 12and 17 years of age. that are adjudicated dependent (foster care), many of themwith DJJ involvement. Several have different mental health diagnosis.

LOCATION: Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Shifts: 7:00 am-3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 11:00 pm- 7:00 am

Pre-requisite Requirements:

• High School or GED
• Must possess valid Florida Driver's License, industry accepted driving history and maintain vehicle insurance required by State of Florida.
• Must be capable of fully participating in NAPPI (crisis intervention) training.

Preferred Attributes:

• Certified Behavioral Health Technician
• One (1) year of experience working in a child caring, law enforcement, human services, or other relevant setting

Physical / Safety/HealthConsiderations: Standing, walking,carrying, stooping, speaking, and listening

Quality of WorkExpected: Level Commensuratewith satisfactory Direct Service performance for position

Quantity of WorkExpected: Commensurate with levelnecessary to fully meet obligations

Supervision: Position reports to the Program/Shift Supervisoras directed and does not provide supervision to others.

Scope ofResponsibilities:

Adheres to agency model and documentation for admissions, treatingpersons with co-occurring disorders and orientation. Carries out tasks associated with laundry, a clean living environment, and ensuressafety of clients receiving services.

CoreResponsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates a general knowledge of program professional plan, program policies and procedures. Performs and documents pre-admission searches, and informs designated personnel of bruises, etc. and searches clients? property for contraband. Makes frequent rounds of facility to ensure adequate safeguards and client safety are maintained. Facilitates/complies with emergency preparedness? monthly mock scenario emergency drills.
• Communicates regularly with clients, co-workers/shift supervisors and others as appropriate, and engages clients to talk about their mental illness and substance misuse. Observes clients for changes in behavior, monitors activities of clients, motivates clients to participate in activities, and also guides and advises clients in their personal adjustment utilizing verbal de-escalation techniques. Interprets the client handbook for clients as needed; applies applicable rules and regulations to clients.
• Assists clients in preparing for court appearances or other outside activities, and implements supportive, psycho-educational and recreational groups. Advises and guides clients on personal hygiene habits. Monitors and tracks compliance with self-administered medication process if instructed. Oversees collection of urine specimen for drug screens and may complete and record vital signs as assigned. Assists clients in gathering/obtaining personal property when discharged.
• Documents individual contacts, daily case notes, incident and injury reports and grievances. Answers phones and provides other administrative support as needed. Builds new case files and breaks down discharged client case files.
• Performs related work as required /assigned.

Adheres to agency model and documentation for admissions, treatingpersons with co-occurring disorders and orientation. Carries out tasks associated with laundry, a clean living environment, and ensuressafety of clients receiving services.