Behavioral Health Technician

Saline Memorial Hospital - 1 Medical Park Dr, Benton, AR 72015Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)Job Type: FT, NightsSchedule: 3x12, Various - Weekends May VaryYour Experience MattersBehavioral Health Technician (BHT)Under the supervision of nursing staff, provides direct patient care and assists with maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.Reports to: Senior Behavioral Health DirectorFLSA: Non-exemptMore About Our TeamPeople are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Saline Health System, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.The picturesque Benton town square is the focal point of the community. One of the town's main thoroughfares, Military Road, parallels the Old Southwest Trail used by frontier travelers on their way West. The Southwest Trail is part of the Arkansas Heritage Trails System. The Saline River has excellent fishing, scenery and backcountry floating for the outdoors enthusiast.How You'll ContributeRequired SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Essential FunctionsAssists patients with performing activities of daily living.Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.Non-Essential FunctionsReview and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.Why Join UsWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What We're Looking ForEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent RequiredLicense: CNA PreferredCertifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire.Connect With a RecruiterHave questions? Please contact Tiffany Williams by emailing Tiffany.Williams1@LPNT.NETLifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.