Behavioral Health Technician PRN Nights Porter

Denver, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.58 - $31.32

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

employee wellness program

Professional development assistance

flexible scheduling

Job Description

AdventHealth is a renowned healthcare organization dedicated to Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to every individual they serve. As a faith-based health system, AdventHealth believes in the wholeness of each person—body, mind, and spirit—and is committed to creating an environment where both patients and employees can thrive. With numerous facilities across the United States, AdventHealth emphasizes a community-centric approach that upholds respect, integrity, and innovation in delivering high-quality healthcare services.

The position available at AdventHealth Denver, Colorado, offers an opportunity to be part of this purpose-minded team while growing professionally and spiritually. This role is classified as PRN (pro re nata), also known as as-needed, with night shifts, providing flexible scheduling that suits those seeking balanced work arrangements alongside other commitments.

The role centers around providing essential patient care with a strong focus on therapeutic communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff. The candidate will be expected to engage with patients in an age-appropriate manner, consistently practicing a high level of professional conduct and accountability. Understanding the legal consequences surrounding patient rights and responsibilities ensures that care is delivered ethically and with respect. Accurately documenting patient care and updating registered nurses or clinicians on relevant findings is a critical aspect of the role, ensuring continuous and coordinated care.

This position emphasizes maintaining organized, clean, and safe environments for patients and staff, recognizing that a calming and orderly space significantly contributes to healing and well-being. The role involves continuous patient observation, prompt response to crisis situations, and application of de-escalation techniques to safeguard both patients and associates.

Candidates will provide hands-on assistance in patient care under the direction of registered nurses or clinicians, necessitating clear reporting on patient status changes. AdventHealth values skills such as strong organizational abilities, verbal and interpersonal communication, customer relations, and a good command of grammar and spelling. Keyboarding and computer skills are also essential, with an emphasis on therapeutic interventions knowledge.

Educationally, a high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred in psychology or a related human services field. A minimum of one year of experience in acute care, mental health, or a related human services setting is necessary to ensure competence and comfort working in complex healthcare environments. While Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred, the employer is willing to support obtaining certification within 90 days of hire.

The pay range for this position is competitive, starting from $19.58 to $31.32 per hour, reflecting the organization's commitment to valuing their staff. AdventHealth is an equal opportunity employer adhering to all federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Working in this role offers candidates the chance to contribute meaningfully to patient care, be part of a community-oriented healthcare provider, and grow in their professional journey supported by a spiritually enriching work culture.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
one plus years experience in an acute care setting, mental health, human services or related
ability to communicate therapeutically with patients, families, and staff
understanding of legal consequences related to patient rights and responsibilities
ability to document patient care accurately
organizational skills
ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment
ability to respond in crisis situations and utilize de-escalation techniques
basic computer skills
ability to report patient status changes to registered nurse and/or clinician promptly
physical ability to perform required duties

Job Qualifications

high school diploma or equivalent
bachelor’s degree preferred
one plus years experience in an acute care setting, mental health, human services or related
knowledge of therapeutic interventions
strong interpersonal skills
basic computer skills
ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
ability to organize and prioritize tasks
customer relations skills
ability to follow written and verbal instructions
keyboarding skills

Job Duties

communicates therapeutically with patients, families, and staff, providing age-specific interactions
demonstrates professional conduct and accountability, understanding legal consequences of patient rights and responsibilities
accurately documents patient care and reports findings to the registered nurse and/or clinician
maintains thorough and confidential patient charts and records
organizes and prioritizes work to provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care within assigned timeframes
ensures work environment and patient rooms are clean and orderly to maintain a safe and calming environment
ensures patient safety through continuous observation of patient environment and activities
responds appropriately in crisis situations
utilizes de-escalation techniques to ensure patient and associate safety
provides assistance with patient care under the direction of the registered nurse and/or clinician
reports patient status changes and needs to the registered nurse and/or clinician accurately and promptly