Behavioral Health Tech I

Discovery Behavioral Health•Medford, NJ

10d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Tech I (BHT I) assists and supports patients throughout the treatment experience, from admission through discharge. The role contributes practical information to treatment planning and focuses on patient safety, interventions, psychoeducational groups, and ongoing patient support. The position works with a team of substance use professionals and receives clinical supervision and guidance on client care and therapeutic milieu management, along with support for career and personal development.

Requirements

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 the employee is in recovery.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow DBH policies and procedures, represent DBH values, maintain a respectful attitude, and provide exemplary customer service to patients.
Respect cultural and lifestyle diversity and maintain professional boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality.
Facilitate patients’ daily needs according to the program schedule, including routines, hygiene, meals, snacks, bathroom safety observations, and free time.
Assist nursing staff as directed, including patient supervision, vital signs, and room or patient searches.
Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate interventions.
Assist with implementing individual patient treatment plans developed by the clinical team.
Support patients during admission and discharge, including checking belongings, orienting patients to the program, and preparing them to return home.
Monitor patient activity and document significant issues; complete shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation accurately and on time by the end of the shift.
Maintain an organized and safe environment, perform basic housekeeping, and conduct facility and grounds checks while reporting irregularities or safety concerns.
Attend scheduled shifts and arrange coverage if unable to work, except in an emergency.
Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings; complete online training and policy verifications and keep the employee HR file current.
Follow infection control policies and practice proper hand hygiene.
In the Substance Use Division, collect urine specimens securely and accurately, verify donor identification, maintain chain of custody, and follow handling procedures.
In residential treatment where permissible, pass medicine; training and/or required certification will be provided.
Provide transportation and supervision for patients, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings, if pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned.