Behavioral Health Tech I

Discovery Behavioral Health•Tacoma, WA

8d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Tech I (BHT I) assists and supports patients throughout the treatment experience, from admission through discharge, and contributes practical information to treatment planning. The role focuses on patient safety, interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and patient support. The position is full time, based in Tacoma, Washington, with a Friday-Tuesday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Compensation is $20-$22 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid and unrestricted state driver’s license.
Obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire; training is provided.
Obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications; training is provided.
For the Substance Use Division, at least one year of sobriety if in recovery.
Pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Responsibilities

Adhere to DBH policies and procedures and represent DBH values with a positive, respectful attitude and exemplary customer service.
Respect cultural and lifestyle diversity, maintain professional boundaries and ethics, follow facility leadership's directions, and protect confidential patient and company information.
Facilitate patients’ daily needs according to the program schedule, including routines, hygiene, meals and snacks, bathroom safety observations, and free time.
Assist nursing staff as directed with patient supervision, vital signs, room searches, and patient searches.
Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate interventions.
Report to work on time and prepared to perform assigned duties.
Assist with implementation of individual patient treatment plans and support patients during admission and discharge.
Monitor patient activity, document significant issues, and complete accurate, timely shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of the shift.
Maintain an organized and safe environment, perform basic housekeeping, and conduct regular facility and grounds checks, reporting irregularities or safety concerns to facility leadership.
Work scheduled shifts and find coverage if unable to work, except in an emergency.
Attend staff meetings and in-service training; complete online training and policy verification; keep the employee HR file up to date.
Follow infection-control policies and proper hand-hygiene practices.
In the Substance Use Division, collect urine specimens securely and accurately, verify donor identification, maintain chain of custody, and follow handling procedures.
For residential treatment, pass medicine where permitted by state law after receiving provided training or certification.
Provide transportation and supervision for patients, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings when pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned.