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What is the role of a Behavioral Health Technician at Kansas Renewal Institute LLC?

The Behavioral Health Technician position at Kansas Renewal Institute LLC is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this Behavioral Health Technician job located?

Fort Scott, Kansas, 66701, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Behavioral Health Technician role?

Full-time or part-time position

Behavioral Health Technician job near me in Fort Scott, Kansas at Kansas Renewal Institute LLC

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) at Kansas Renewal Institute plays a crucial role in supporting youth with emotional, behavioral, or psychiatric challenges in a structured residential environment. BHTs implement therapeutic interventions, provide daily supervision, and assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu in collaboration with clinical and medical teams.

Responsibilities

Supervise and engage with residents in a supportive, trauma-informed manner
Assist in implementing individualized treatment and behavior management plans
Provide crisis intervention using approved de-escalation techniques (e.g., CPI)
Monitor and document residents' behaviors, progress, and incidents accurately
Support residents with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Facilitate or assist with group activities, educational sessions, or recreation
Ensure a safe, clean, and structured environment
Communicate effectively with clinical staff, families, and other team members
Transport residents when necessary, following safety protocols
Attend and participate in staff meetings, training, and supervision
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
Minimum 1 year experience in behavioral health, residential, or youth services setting preferred
Valid driver’s license or State issued ID

Skills/Knowledge (all preferred)

Working knowledge of all regulatory requirements
Strong leadership, management, and supervisory skills.
In-depth knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, psychiatric care, and behavioral health disorders.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage complex clinical situations and provide direction to staff.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, analytical and critical thinking skills.

Job Related Core Competencies

Patient Safety & Supervision: Maintains continuous supervision of residents in accordance with line-of-sight requirements and proactively ensures a safe, secure, and hazard-free environment.
Trauma-Informed Care & Therapeutic Engagement: Applies trauma-informed principles to build trust, support emotional regulation, and promote positive behavioral outcomes in all resident interactions.
Behavioral Intervention & Crisis Management: Utilizes approved de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies to safely manage behavioral escalations while adhering to least restrictive intervention standards.
Documentation & Regulatory Compliance: Completes accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in alignment with organizational policy, HIPAA requirements, and regulatory standards.
Milieu Management & Daily Living Support: Maintains a structured, therapeutic environment and supports residents with daily living, routines, and skill-building activities.
Communication & Team Collaboration: Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team members, provides clear shift handoffs, and reports changes in resident behavior or condition promptly.
Professionalism & Ethical Practice: Demonstrates integrity, maintains professional boundaries, and adheres to organizational policies, confidentiality standards, and ethical guidelines.
Adaptability & Critical Thinking: Responds effectively to dynamic situations, applies sound judgment, and demonstrates problem-solving skills in a fast-paced behavioral health environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed below are a requirement to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand for long periods of time, speak, and listen; use of hands to touch and grasp objects and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to move about the facility. Visual ability to view a tablet screen is required.
Ability to respond to or manage physical or behavioral crises with residents
Work schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on operational needs.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The facility reserves the right to modify duties as needed to meet program requirements and regulatory expectations.

Behavioral Health Technician in Fort Scott, Kansas at Kansas Renewal Institute LLC

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