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Overnight Behavioral Health Technician
Fairmont, Minnesota, United StatesOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Overnight behavioral health technician who monitors residential clients, documents observations and incidents, administers medications, and supports daily living and transportation in a chemical dependency treatment program.
About this role
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Client Monitoring & Support
- Prioritize client monitoring, including conducting house rounds, observing client behavior, and documenting pertinent information.
- Maintain current knowledge of client activities and program expectations.
- Be consistently available to clients for questions, support, and assistance.
- Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating healthy behaviors, professionalism, and appropriate boundaries.
- Participate in program activities with a positive and encouraging attitude.
- Assist with intake, admission procedures, and orientation for new clients.
Medication Administration & Documentation
- Administer client medications in accordance with program policies and document all medication administration accurately.
- Complete thorough, objective, and timely documentation of client interactions, observations, and incidents.
- Utilize sound decision‑making skills, demonstrating good judgment and realistic understanding of client needs and program issues.
Program Operations & Compliance
- Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of program philosophy, policies, procedures, 245G requirements, client rights, and confidentiality standards.
- Regularly check company email and program calendars to stay informed of updates and responsibilities.
- Handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
- Adhere to attendance and absence policies and maintain punctuality for all scheduled shifts.
- Participate in rotational scheduling, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Facility Support & Daily Living Assistance
- Assist with food preparation, program cleaning duties, and completion of program laundry.
- Provide safe transportation for clients to appointments, intakes, and discharges.
- Ensure company vehicles are cleaned after use and maintain responsibility for company credit cards and receipts when applicable.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain healthy, professional boundaries with clients and coworkers.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and client care.
Required Skills and Experience (Minimum Requirements):
- Must be 18 years old
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Complete background study
- Know and understand the implications of Minnesota Statutes, sections 245G.01 through
245G.22, 245A.65, 260E, 626.557, and 626.5572 and willingness to understand, learn, and
carry out regulations with integrity
- CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 30 days of employment
- Must have a valid MN driver’s license
- Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Physical ability to perform the responsibilities of the position which include, bending,
stooping, sitting, walking, and lifting at least 30 pounds.
- Be highly dependable; able to work independently
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred):
- Previous experience in human services and/or healthcare environment as related to position
responsibilities.
- Direct client care experience with chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation.
Skills
Background StudyBehavioral Health CareChemical Dependency TreatmentClient DocumentationCPRDriver's LicenseFirst AidMedication AdministrationMicrosoft OfficeMinnesota Statute 245G