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Essentia Health Behavioral Health Technician - Emergency Department - (0. 9 FTE) in Duluth, Minnesota

Job Description

Education Qualifications:

Completion of six quarters or four semesters of college with emphasis in social services or 2 years experience working in a chemical dependency or mental health treatment program within 5 years of date of hire

Job Description:

This position assists with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the Charge RN, Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager and/or the Director, to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies as well as meeting the goals and mission of the department. Provides direct and indirect care for adolescent to geriatric patients to aid meeting the patients’ needs as directed. Provides patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan for care, either individually and/or in group settings.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

In accordance with Minnesota Rules 9530. 6450 Subpart 1-B; all employees must be free of chemical use problems for at least the two years immediately preceding their hiring and must sign a statement attesting to that fact. Chemical use problems are defined as: Receiving treatment for chemical use within the period specified for the position in the staff qualification requirements. Chemical use that has a negative impact on the staff member's job performance; Chemical use that affects the credibility of treatment services with clients, referral sources, or other members of the community; and Symptoms of intoxication or withdrawal on the job.

Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: Varies/Varies

Hours Per Pay Period:

Compensation Range: $21.55 - $32.05 / hour

Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

FTE: 0.9

Weekends: Yes

Call Obligations:

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) at Essentia

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.

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