Behavioral Health Tech
About The Position
A Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a frontline healthcare professional who assists licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses in providing direct, hands-on care. The role includes monitoring patient progress and helping implement treatment plans in clinical, residential, or outpatient settings. BHTs observe and document patients’ moods, behaviors, and vital signs; perform patient checks every 15 minutes; provide emotional and therapeutic support; help patients with activities of daily living; and contribute to a safe therapeutic environment. The position requires SAMA training for de-escalation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- SAMA training for de-escalation is required.
Nice To Haves
- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in psychology or social work is preferred.
- Prior experience in substance abuse treatment, mental health, or developmental disabilities is highly desired.
- CPR/First Aid certification and specialized crisis intervention training are often preferred or required.
Responsibilities
- Closely observe and document patients’ moods, behaviors, and vital signs, and report significant changes to medical staff.
- Provide patient checks every 15 minutes.
- Safely de-escalate aggressive or highly distressed individuals and manage psychiatric emergencies.
- Provide emotional support and assist patients with coping strategies.
- Co-facilitate psychoeducational or recreational group sessions.
- Guide patients through activities of daily living, including hygiene management, eating, and basic life skills.
- Assist with patient intake and discharge.
- Help ensure a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Assist licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses with direct patient care and implementation of treatment plans.
Benefits
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Employee wellness program
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- ICHRA for health insurance
- Paid annual leave
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
