Behavioral Health Tech
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) 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 patient support. The position is part-time, on-site in Fairfax, Virginia, with a schedule of Monday and Thursday from 2–10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m.–2 p.m. Compensation is $22–$24 per hour. In the Eating Disorder Division, the BHT provides supervision and support during meals by eating meals and snacks with patients, follows the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model, and adopts the Center for Discovery program philosophy, mission, goals, and objectives. Residential Treatment Only: Where permitted by state law, passing medicine is required; training and/or certification will be provided.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience working in the mental health, substance use, or eating disorder field.
- 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.
- Consistently report to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent 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 waking and bedtime 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, 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, perform basic housekeeping, and conduct facility and grounds checks, reporting irregularities or safety concerns to leadership.
- Facilitate and lead daily groups as directed by facility leadership, if applicable.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service training; complete online training and policy verification; and keep the employee HR file up to date.
- Provide patient transportation and supervision, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings, if pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
- In the Eating Disorder Division, supervise and support patients during meals by eating meals and snacks with them, and refrain from comments or actions that contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
- For Residential Treatment Only, pass medicine in states where permissible; required training and/or certification will be provided.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
