Behavioral Health Technician III Internal Job

Valleywise Health • Mesa, AZ

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician III provides comprehensive physical and psychological care to patients under Court-Ordered Evaluation or Treatment for mental illness at an inpatient facility in Maryvale, Phoenix, or Mesa. As a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the role works collaboratively with clinical staff, patients, and families to support a safe, therapeutic environment. The BHT III serves as a resource and role model to other staff, demonstrating advanced knowledge of patient care practices and unit procedures. The position partners closely with the Charge Nurse or CRL to support unit operations, promote positive change, and assist with quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 3 years of behavioral health experience, or a bachelor's degree or higher in any field and 1.5 years of behavioral health experience.
• Specialized training in CPI, EKG, AccuCheck, and manual vital signs.
• Complete phlebotomy training within six months of promotion or hire.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge to provide behavioral health services to adults, including adults over age 65, adolescents, people with substance abuse, people who are seriously mentally ill, people with co-occurring disorders, and people who may be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence.
• Basic computer word-processing skills and the ability to navigate an electronic medical record using a computer.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• For Valleywise Behavioral Health Center - Mesa – Unit 2 Adolescent: hold a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed application to the department within seven days of transfer. The card must remain valid throughout its issuance period and be renewed before expiration.
• For work covered by the stated Arizona administrative code provision: be at least 21 years old, or at least 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 while providing services within the scope of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Behavioral Sciences Certificate of Completion or a bachelor's degree in a field related to Behavioral Health.
• Behavioral health experience in an inpatient facility.
• 12 months of experience working as a Behavioral Health Tech II at Valleywise Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physical and psychological care to patients under Court-Ordered Evaluation or Treatment for mental illness.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, patients, and families to support a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Serve as a resource and role model to other staff by demonstrating advanced knowledge of patient care practices and unit procedures.
• Partner with the Charge Nurse or CRL to support unit operations and promote positive change.
• Assist with implementing quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.

What This Job Offers

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