Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient supervision and conduct scheduled safety checks to ensure patient and facility safety.
• Monitor patient behavior and environmental conditions, document observations, and promptly report concerns, incidents, or changes to clinical or medical staff.
• Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques and follow emergency protocols as trained.
• Ensure adherence to facility rules and behavioral expectations while maintaining a respectful and therapeutic approach.
• Measure and document vital signs as assigned and perform approved CLIA-waived testing, including urine drug screening and pregnancy testing, in accordance with training and policy.
• Serve as a key member of the treatment team, building rapport with patients and supporting clinical and medical staff through accurate communication and documentation.
• Maintain respectful, professional, and supportive interactions with patients, offering encouragement and emotional support while referring clinical concerns to appropriate staff.
• Absorb and refer clinical concerns to appropriate staff, assist with admissions, discharges, patient movement, group coordination, and recreational or therapeutic activities as assigned.
• Support patient engagement in treatment programming and daily routines within the milieu.
• Communicate relevant patient information to supervisors and treatment team members to support coordinated care.
• Collaborate effectively with clinical, nursing, medical, and operations staff to maintain a safe and supportive treatment environment.
• Absorb and refer clinical concerns to appropriate staff, assist with admissions, discharges, patient movement, group coordination, and recreational or therapeutic activities as assigned.
• Support daily facility operations, including maintaining cleanliness, safety, and appropriate use of supplies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent or higher.
• Active addiction-related certification is strongly preferred.
• For roles that require driving: Minimum age of 21 and ability to meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements; valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required when driving is assigned.
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, and/or mental health settings strongly preferred.
• Experience working in detoxification and/or residential levels of care preferred.
• Behavioral health certification or related education preferred.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and composure in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?

• This Is An Opportunity To Make a Meaningful Impact Within a Nationally Recognized Leader In Addiction And Mental Health Care.
• As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), You Will Join a mission-driven, Joint Commission–accredited organization with nationwide reach and a strong commitment to compassionate, ethical care.
• Play a vital role in supporting patient safety, engagement, and recovery during a critical phase of treatment.
• Gain hands-on experience in behavioral health, crisis intervention, and patient support within a structured clinical environment.
• Collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient-centered care.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits (full-time eligible), including medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance and referral programs.