Behavioral Health Tech II

Discovery Behavioral Health•Houston, TX

14d•$16 - $19

About The Position

PaRC (Prevention and Recovery Center), part of the Discovery Behavioral Health family of brands, provides treatment and support for people and families affected by alcohol and substance abuse. The Behavioral Health Tech II (BHT II) 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, psychoeducational groups, and patient support.

Requirements

Valid and unrestricted state driver's license.
For transportation duties involving a company vehicle, must be pre-qualified to drive it.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One or more years of experience in the mental health, substance use, or eating disorder field preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow 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 leadership directions, and protect confidential patient and company information.
Support 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.
Arrive on time and prepared to perform job duties.
Assist with implementing individual patient treatment plans as directed by the clinical team.
Support patients during admission and discharge, including handling belongings, orientation to the program, and preparation to return home.
Monitor patient activity, document significant issues, and complete shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of the shift.
Maintain an organized and safe environment and perform basic housekeeping duties.
Conduct regular facility and grounds checks and report irregularities or safety concerns to facility leadership.
Facilitate and lead daily groups as directed by facility leadership, if applicable.
Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings; complete online training and policy verification; and keep the employee HR file up to date.
Provide transportation and supervision for patients, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings, subject to pre-qualification to drive a company vehicle.
Pass medication in residential treatment settings where permissible; training and/or required certification will be provided.
Perform other duties as assigned.