Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Part Time

About the role

We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide essential peer and operational support to our patients during their recovery journey. As a BHT, you'll spend the most time with our patients and play an important role in fostering trust and connection while ensuring patient safety at all times.

Position details

Reporting to: Director of Operations
Schedule: Part time – Sunday–Saturday, 7 am–3:30 pm or 3 pm–11:30 pm
Location: Waelder, TX
Compensation: $16/hr

Responsibilities

• Patient Supervision & Safety
  • 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.
• Monitoring
  • 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.
• Patient Interaction & Program Support
  • 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.
• Communication, Teamwork & Operations
  • 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.