Behavioral Health Tech II
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Tech II (BHT II) 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 as part of a team of substance-use professionals, with clinical supervision and guidance on client care and therapeutic milieu management, as well as support for career growth and personal development. The BHT II helps meet patients’ daily needs, supports implementation of treatment plans, assists with admissions and discharges, monitors and documents patient activity, and helps maintain a safe and organized facility. The role may also include assisting nursing staff, responding to crisis situations, leading groups, and providing transportation. For residential treatment, medication passing is required where permissible; training and/or required certification will be provided.
Requirements
- Valid and unrestricted state driver’s license.
- For driving a company vehicle, must be pre-qualified to drive.
- One or more years of experience in the mental health, substance use, or eating disorder field is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One or more years of experience in the mental health, substance use, or eating disorder field.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to DBH policies and procedures and represent DBH values through professional, respectful conduct and exemplary customer service.
- Respect cultural and lifestyle diversity, maintain professional boundaries and ethics, follow leadership 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, including patient supervision, taking vitals, and conducting 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 patients through 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 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 current.
- Provide transportation and supervision for patients, including errands, shopping, admissions, and outings, if pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
- Report to work on time and prepared to perform assigned duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- For residential treatment, pass medication where permissible; training and/or required certification will be provided.
Benefits
- Clinical supervision and guidance on client care and therapeutic milieu management.
- Career growth and personal development oversight, including an individualized growth plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
