Technicians - Behavioral Health Tech II

Discovery Behavioral Health•Granite Bay, CA

6d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

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 day-to-day patient support. The position is full-time, onsite in Granite Bay, California, with a Thursday–Monday schedule from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Compensation is $22–$25 per hour. The BHT II supports patients’ daily routines and needs, assists nursing staff, follows individual treatment plans, responds to crises, monitors and documents patient activity, and helps maintain a safe and organized facility. The role may include leading groups, supporting admissions and discharges, and providing patient transportation when pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle. For eating-disorder programs, staff provide mealtime supervision and support, including eating meals and snacks with patients. For residential treatment, medication administration may be required where permitted by state law, with training or certification provided. Candidates must sign a pre-employment arbitration agreement. Discovery Behavioral Health states that it seeks a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.

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, First Aid, and Food Handling/Safety certifications within 30 days of hire; training is provided.
For the Substance Use Division, at least one year of sobriety if in recovery.
For the Eating Disorder Division, at least one year of recovery from an eating disorder if in recovery.
Ability to lead groups effectively, including providing a check-in, engaging participants, and structuring the group.
Effective writing and communication skills, including timely documentation, email, and verbal communication with staff and patients.
Ability to support meal preparation and meal support, including accurate portioning, kitchen safety and sanitation, patient engagement, and redirection as needed.
Ability to check in with patients and provide appropriate observations, including bathroom observations and rapport-building check-ins.
Ability to facilitate effective groups through patient engagement, skills teaching, and time management.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including sustained grasping and pushing or pulling, intermittent lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, responding quickly to emergencies, and frequent extended standing and walking.
Must agree to and sign a pre-employment arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One year of experience in the mental health, substance use, or eating-disorder field preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow DBH policies and procedures, represent DBH values, maintain respectful conduct, and provide exemplary patient service.
Respect cultural and lifestyle diversity, maintain professional boundaries and ethics, follow leadership directions, and protect confidential 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, 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 as directed by the clinical team.
Support admission and discharge processes, including checking patient 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 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.
Facilitate and lead daily groups as directed by facility leadership, when applicable.
Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings; complete online training and policy verification and keep the employee HR file current.
Provide patient transportation and supervision, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings when pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
For eating-disorder programs, supervise and support patients during meals by eating meals and snacks with them; avoid comments and actions that conflict with the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
For eating-disorder programs, learn and adopt the Center for Discovery programs’ philosophy, mission, goals, and objectives, and develop basic knowledge of their clinical orientation and interventions.
For residential treatment, pass medication where permitted by state law; training and/or required certification will be provided.
Perform other duties as assigned.