Behavioral Health Technician I Youth Inpatient Unit

Kitsap Mental Health Services • Bremerton, WA

20d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician I to support youth receiving inpatient behavioral health treatment. The position helps ensure clients’ daily needs are met while maintaining a safe, structured treatment environment. It provides hands-on support to clients and staff and offers the opportunity to build skills in behavioral health care and therapeutic engagement. The role is full-time and on-site in Bremerton, Washington, in the Youth Inpatient Unit.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in customer service, social services, or behavioral health.
• Valid Washington Food Worker card.
• Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
• Current CPR certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire; training is provided by the organization.
• Maintain working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in agency trainings.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work in stressful situations, including when clients are in crisis.
• Adaptability to adjust approaches to changing demands and situations, including working with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of job-related experience.
• Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Capacity to work well with children and families.
• Associate’s degree in psychology, social services, behavioral health, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Meet client daily needs related to health, safety, and unit operations.
• Prepare and serve meals.
• Conduct unit safety checks.
• Monitor clients according to assigned observation levels.
• Help maintain a clean and orderly treatment environment.
• Help maintain adequate inventories of food and non-food supplies.
• Participate in therapeutic activities and other clinical programming as directed.
• Observe and assess client mental status throughout assigned shifts.
• Record client nutritional intake, sleep patterns, and vital signs.
• Follow behavioral support protocols as directed by supervisors and treatment staff.
• Complete electronic and paper documentation in accordance with KMHS policies and procedures.
• Complete paperwork related to admissions, discharges, confidentiality requirements, client rights, inventories, tracking forms, and other required records.
• Attend mandatory trainings and maintain required certifications and documentation.
• Support staffing needs within the Youth Inpatient Unit.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Up to 19 days of paid time off, plus 2 mental health days and 10 holidays; prorated for part-time employees.
• Fully paid YMCA membership for the employee and eligible family members.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Student loan assistance and professional development.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pet insurance.
• Free wellness app (2MorrowHealth).
• Shift differentials of up to an additional $1.25 per hour.

What This Job Offers

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