Behavioral Health Tech (Overnight)
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) supports patients throughout their treatment experience, from admission through discharge, and contributes practical and meaningful information to treatment planning. BHT III responsibilities focus on patient safety, interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and patient support. This role is part-time and onsite in Montverde, Florida, with an overnight schedule from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Compensation is $19–$21 per hour. In the Eating Disorder Division, staff provide supervision and support during mealtimes by eating meals and snacks with patients, follow the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model, and familiarize themselves with the Center for Discovery’s treatment philosophy and clinical approaches. For residential treatment, passing medicine may be required where permitted by state law; 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, 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.
- In the Substance Use Division, at least one year of sobriety if in recovery.
- In the Eating Disorder Division, at least one year of recovery from an eating disorder if in recovery.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow DBH policies and procedures and represent DBH values.
- Maintain a positive, respectful, professional, and culturally responsive approach with patients and colleagues.
- Provide exemplary customer service to patients and maintain professional boundaries and ethics.
- Follow directions from facility leadership 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, taking vitals, and conducting room or patient searches.
- Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate interventions.
- Assist with implementing individual treatment plans as directed by the clinical team.
- Support patient admission and discharge, including checking belongings, helping patients acclimate to the program, and preparing them to return home.
- Monitor patient activity, report significant issues, and complete shift notes, group notes, and other documentation by the end of the shift.
- Maintain an organized and safe environment and perform basic housekeeping.
- 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, when applicable.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings, complete online training and policy verification, and keep the employee HR file up to date.
- Provide transportation and supervision for patients and perform related errands, shopping, admissions, and outings; driving a company vehicle requires pre-qualification.
- In the Eating Disorder Division, eat meals and snacks with patients while providing mealtime supervision and support, and avoid comments or actions that contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
- For residential treatment, pass medicine where permitted by state law, if required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
