Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psych Waltham - 32 Or 36hrs

Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psych Waltham

We're looking for a Behavioral Health Tech to join our Inpatient Psychiatry unit at Waltham, a 12-bed, secure inpatient psychiatric unit. Key responsibilities include providing one-on-one support to patients with a variety of behavioral health needs, closely monitoring and maintaining the safety of patients, observing behaviors and conditions in accordance with established procedures and protocols, aiding with the implementation of safety measures, responding to and assisting with de-escalating acute behavioral episodes, and preventing elopement. You will also be actively monitoring patients and the environment with particular attention to safety concerns, may perform vital signs and assist with Activities of Daily Living as directed by the Registered Nurse, and completing patient care documentation and administrative duties. Under the direction of Registered Nurse, you may assist practitioners performing medical procedures.

Schedule is 8-hour shifts, day/evening rotation, occasional nights, every other weekend and rotating holidays. Minimum qualifications include a HS Diploma or equivalent, BLS (Basic Life Support) within three months of hire, and Welle De-escalation training within six months of hire. Six months of practical experience in a behavioral health or educational setting is preferred.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork. Office/Site Location: Waltham. Regular, Temporary, Per Diem: Regular. Remote Eligibility: Onsite Only.