Behavioral Health Technician

Position Summary

As a Behavioral Health Technician at our facility, you'll be an essential part of the multidisciplinary team, working directly with patients to support their mental health and daily stability. In this hands-on role, you will help guide therapeutic activities, reinforce treatment plans, and provide structured support to individuals with mental illness or developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Leading and facilitating therapeutic group activities designed to support patient engagement and progress
• Providing direct supervision and support to patients within mental health programs and housing units
• Observing patient behavior and reporting changes to the clinical team to support ongoing care decisions
• Aiding in the implementation of individualized treatment plans through structured activities and interventions
• Evaluating patient capabilities and recommending appropriate program participation
• Offering one-on-one support and instruction to reinforce coping skills and daily functioning
• Maintaining accurate administrative and clinical documentation related to patient care and activities
• Collaborating with the treatment team to ensure activities align with clinical goals and patient needs
• Following all behavioral health policies, procedures, and facility protocols to maintain a safe and structured environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• Current CPR certification
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of therapeutic activity programs; ability to plan, organize, direct, and participate in recreation/leisure activities; and ability to prepare, set-up and maintain equipment related to therapeutic activities (Preferred)

Benefits

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

Qualifications

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