D104 - Adult MH Crisis - Health Service Technician, CSC

Company Overview:

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Program Overview:

River Edge is actively seeking a Full-time Health Service Technician to join our Adult Crisis unit. In this role, you will be responsible for attending to clients' needs by listening to their concerns, observing their behavior, and ensuring their comfort and safety. Additionally, you will assist clients in engaging in social and recreational activities, maintain a secure environment conducive to treatment, provide basic patient care, and support clients in developing daily living skills. The starting rate is $14.00.

Schedule: The schedule entails three (3) 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, totaling 36 hours per week, with work required every other weekend.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitors vital signs and promptly communicates findings to nursing staff.
• Assists with personal hygiene tasks including bathing, grooming, shaving, and dressing as necessary.
• Prepares clients for medical treatments or examinations as directed.
• Facilitates recreational and social activities for clients.
• Observes and accurately documents patient data, behavior, and activities.
• Always ensures the safety and security of clients.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least one (1) year working with behavioral health clients (mental health, substance abuse, developmental disabilities). PREFERRED

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible spending accounts
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 11 Paid holidays

• Voluntary Life Insurance