Behavioral health tech iv

Koniag Advisory Business Solutions, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech IV to support KABS and our government customer at Crow Agency, MT. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.

This position is covered under the Service Contract Act. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, paid holidays, paid Vacation, paid sick leave and more.

The Behavioral Health Technician IV provides direct support to Behavioral Health programs within the Billings Area Indian Health Service. This position delivers essential patient care services, supports clinical operations, and works collaboratively with behavioral health providers to improve patient functioning and recovery outcomes. The Technician performs duties requiring advanced experience in behavioral health, including care coordination, crisis support, patient monitoring, recovery facilitation, and skills coaching. The Behavioral Health Technician IV must be able to work independently while adhering to IHS policies, clinical protocols, and professional standards of practice.

Supervisory Controls:

You are not directly supervised by the IHS Department Supervisor. The IHS Department Supervisor or designee establishes overall patient care objectives, allocates resources, and may periodically review work to ensure compliance with IHS policies and accepted clinical practices. The IHS supervisor may provide case-based guidance, clinical instructions, performance feedback, and consultation related to complex diagnostic or treatment issues. Any unusual or complex patient situations are discussed with the IHS supervisory officer or designee.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct behavioral health support services under the guidance of licensed clinical staff.
• Observe, monitor, and document patient behavior, progress, interactions, and symptoms in accordance with established charting requirements.
• Assist in implementing behavioral health treatment plans, interventions, and care strategies.
• Recognize signs and symptoms of mental illness, co-occurring disorders, addiction, and psychiatric crises.
• Facilitate or participate in Recovery Dialogues, group activities, and therapeutic skill-building exercises.
• Provide patient education and coaching to support independent living skills and healthy behavior change.
• Utilize knowledge of community resources to assist patients in accessing supportive services.
• Apply Management and Prevention of Disruptive Behavior techniques to maintain a safe environment.
• Support clinicians with case coordination, appointment follow-up, and patient engagement.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA and IHS-specific privacy requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, case staffing, and continuing education as required.
• Perform additional duties within the behavioral health scope as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Must Have):

Education:

Candidate must meet ONE of the following:

• Academic degree in a behavioral health–related field (e.g., Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Services, Public Health).
• High school diploma and national certification as a Psychiatric Technician from the American Association of Psychiatric Technicians.

Experience:

At least 4–5 years of experience working in a behavioral health setting, such as mental health, substance use treatment, crisis response, behavioral health residential care, or community support programs.

Knowledge of:

• DSM-VTR diagnostic criteria and common psychiatric disorders
• Signs, symptoms, and progression of mental illness
• Co-occurring (dual diagnosis) conditions
• Addiction and recovery processes
• Behavioral health crisis intervention concepts
• Independent living support skills and community resource linkage
• Recovery tools and Recovery Dialogue facilitation
• Techniques for Management and Prevention of Disruptive Behavior
• Behavioral health program eligibility and service structures

Certification:

National Psychiatric Technician Certification required if no behavioral health degree is held. Certification is preferred for degreed applicants.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work independently while following clinical guidance.
• Strong communication, observation, and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and compassion in emotionally challenging situations.
• Attend assigned meetings and actively participate as part of the care team.
• Follow facility rules, policies, charting standards, and uniform requirements.
• Comply with shift schedules, care delivery protocols, and behavioral health safety procedures.

Security Requirement:

Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Previous experience working in Indian Health Service, Tribal, or other Native community behavioral health programs.
• Familiarity with culturally responsive behavioral health practices.
• Training in de-escalation, crisis prevention, or trauma-informed care.
• Experience documenting care in electronic health record systems (EHR).

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Federal holidays and weekends off Services are provided on-site only

Core Competencies:

• Behavioral health knowledge and clinical awareness
• Crisis identification and response capability
• Cultural humility and respect for American Indian/Alaska Native communities
• Compassion, empathy, and trauma-informed approach
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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