Behavioral Health Tech (Overnight Shift)

Discovery Behavioral Health•East Stroudsburg, PA

5d•$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, patient interventions, psychoeducational groups, and ongoing patient support. Clinical supervision and guidance are provided, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. The position is onsite in Scotrun, Pennsylvania, with an overnight schedule of 11 PM to 7 AM. Weekend availability is required; scheduled days off are Tuesday/Wednesday or Wednesday/Thursday. Compensation is $16–$18 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.
For the Eating Disorder Division, at least one year of recovery from an eating disorder if in recovery.
Must be available to work weekends.
For transportation duties, must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow DBH policies and procedures and represent DBH values through respectful, professional conduct and exemplary customer service.
Respect cultural and lifestyle diversity, maintain professional boundaries and ethics, follow facility leadership directions, and protect confidential patient and company information.
Support 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 tasks such as 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 admission and discharge processes, including checking in belongings, orienting patients to the program, and preparing patients to return home.
Monitor patient activity and document significant issues; complete shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain an organized and safe environment, perform basic housekeeping, and conduct facility and grounds checks, reporting irregularities and safety concerns to facility leadership.
Attend 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, and keep the employee HR file current.
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.
In residential treatment, pass medicine where permitted by state law; required training or certification will be provided.
Provide patient transportation and supervision, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings when pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned.