Behavioral Health Tech (0.6 FTE) - Nights - Acute Care

Building Location:

Essentia Virginia Hospital

Department:

2084130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - VIR HOSP

Job Description:

This position assists with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the Charge RN, Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager and/or the Director, to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies as well as meeting the goals and mission of the department. Provides direct and indirect care for adolescent to geriatric patients to aid meeting the patients’ needs as directed. Provides patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan for care, either individually and/or in group settings.

Education Qualifications:

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• Completed psychology courses
• Experience working with individuals with mental/behavioral health issues and/or substance abuse issues

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire. 

East Market Brainerd Lakes:

• Completes de-escalation training within 5 months of hire if no previous de-escalation training or has not had a de-escalation training/refresher within past 3 calendar years

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

2300

Shift End Time:

0730

Weekends:

rotation

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$20.36 - $26.63

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.