Behavioral Health Technician Mids Shifts

The Emily Program • Durham, NC

8d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician I provides direct care and support to individuals receiving eating disorder treatment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. This entry-level role supports clients’ recovery through compassionate assistance, structured activities, mealtime support, observation, and documentation.

The position is based at the RTP Inpatient and Residential Treatment Center for Children, Adolescents, and Adults in Durham, North Carolina. It is a full-time 0.8 FTE position (32 hours per week), working four days per week on mid shifts from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Weekend rotations and holiday coverage are included. Starting hourly compensation is $18.00–$21.00, with the final offer based on qualifications and experience.

The role requires maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality, following facility policies and safety protocols, completing required training, and participating in supervision. Residential and inpatient employees must have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to drive, and must obtain current Basic Life Support and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire. In North Carolina or Georgia, employees at residential or inpatient sites must also obtain current CPI certification within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At residential or inpatient sites, a valid driver’s license and authorization to drive.
• At residential or inpatient sites, current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• At residential or inpatient sites, current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• At residential or inpatient sites in North Carolina or Georgia, current CPI certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree with at least two years of healthcare experience in a similar position or related field, such as paraprofessional, mental health technician, behavior specialist, or recovery coach.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field.
• Relevant certification or licensure.
• At least six months of direct client care or milieu experience in a mental health, behavioral health, or healthcare setting, particularly with eating disorders.

Responsibilities

• Uphold ethical standards and professional boundaries, creating a safe and respectful environment for clients.
• Provide compassionate support with daily activities, self-care, mealtimes, and snacks, and help maintain a structured therapeutic environment.
• Collaborate with therapists, dietitians, nurses, psychiatrists, and other multidisciplinary team members to support client recovery.
• Monitor client behavior and physical health, document observations, and report concerns or changes in condition to the appropriate internal resource.
• Follow safety protocols, respond to crises as needed, and use de-escalation techniques.
• Support activities of daily living and self-care, including dressing and personal hygiene.
• Encourage positive behaviors and discourage negative ones to help clients develop skills.
• Engage clients in recreational and social activities and reinforce therapeutic modalities.
• Complete clinical documentation and maintain timely, accurate patient interaction records, progress notes, and incident reports in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate therapeutic activity groups, which may include art, music, journaling, mindfulness, relaxation, or games.
• Participate in scheduled supervision and seek supervision when needed.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments as needed.
• Consume therapeutic meals or snacks with clients and/or families while on shift, following the stated meal-plating requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of current and former clients’ protected health information and employee personal information.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and other nonpublic company information.
• Follow facility policies and procedures, including those concerning confidentiality, ethics, and professional boundaries.
• Complete assigned mandatory training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• HSA and PPO medical insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with HSA or FSA options.
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• Vision insurance through EyeMed.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan available two months after start date.
• Company 401(k) matching of up to 50% of the employee’s contribution, up to 6% of compensation.
• PTO accrues annually and begins with the first whole pay period.
• Seven paid holidays and one floating holiday, in addition to regular PTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED