Behavioral Health Technician

The Behavioral Health Technician will support and complement client's recovery and ongoing treatment goals. You will report to the Nursing Director.

Job Summary:

To provide direct support to clients in an integrated behavioral health program located in a community mental health center.

Essential Functions:

• Manage data entry, tracking, and scheduling to support disease management and a stepped care approach
• Obtain and record client vital signs and report client history summary
• Participate and support the Behavioral Health Home care model and work with providers to monitor health and follow-up of clients
• Provide case management support to clients for wellness services and basic needs
• Dispense medications and maintain Medication Administration Records
• Refer internally for case management support for wellness services and basic needs
• Outreaches to Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) and other healthcare providers
• Obtain and verify client financial and demographic information and ensure client data is entered into the electronic health record
• Other responsibilities as assigned as this list is not all inclusive

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

What's In It For You

• Full-time job with benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement plan)
• Paid time off (26 days in total Jan-December in Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days) and paid holidays (10 holidays)
• Engaged employer who believes you are an essential factor in delivering our mission to the community
• Flexible schedule
• Training: personal and professional growth opportunities
• A team that will support you, and ask you to jump in to lend your skills where needed.

Education/Experience/License/Certification

• Two (2) years experience
• Must maintain an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CNA) or have current QMAP certification required
• Experience in direct client care in a behavioral health, hospital, medical office, residential treatment center, homeless shelter, or other community agency setting

Pay Rate:

$17.70 - $23.23 per hour

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.