Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Full-time

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.
• Supervise self-administration of medications when permitted by state regulations and organizational policy.
• Observe and report physical, emotional, or behavioral changes that may impact patient safety or treatment progress.
• Maintain respectful, professional, and supportive interactions with patients, offering encouragement and emotional support while referring 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.
• Assist with patient transportation when required by assignment and ensure compliance with safety and driving requirements.
• Support daily facility operations, including maintaining cleanliness, safety, and appropriate use of supplies.

Requirements

• High school diploma/equivalent or higher.
• 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.
• 1+ year experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, and/or mental health settings, strongly preferred.
• 1+ year experience working in detoxification and/or residential levels of care, preferred.
• Behavioral health certification or related education, preferred.

Competencies

• 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.

Benefits

• Full-time eligible 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.
• Employee assistance and referral programs.