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Behavioral Health Technician I - PHP Job in Akron, Ohio US

Behavioral Health Technician I - PHP

CHILDRENS HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER OF AKRON - Akron, OH

Posted: 12/3/2025 - Expires: 3/3/2026

Job ID: 292950228

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Job Description

Full-Time: 40 Hours Per Week1st Shift: 8am - 4:30pmMonday - FridayDepartment: Partial Hospitalization Program

Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician I, under the direction and delegation of a Mental Health Therapist, supports and assists in the care and treatment of children and adolescents, ages 12-18, admitted to the inpatient behavioral health unit.

Responsibilities:

1.Support the milieu of the environment, maintain safety, and support the implementation of ISP individualized plan of care.

2.Provides supportive care and engagement according to Hospital Policy and procedure as delegated and as a team with our Mental Health Therapists.

3.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.

4.Other duties as required:

Other information:

Technical Expertise
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in computerized documentation is preferred.
Experience in healthcare is preferred.

Education and Experience
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree for counseling, psychology, social work or related degree, or nursing preferred. Associate degree is preferred.
Certification: BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
Years of experience: 0 to 2 years' experience
Years of experience supervising: None

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite

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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
85632760
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
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