Behavioral Health Technician III Internal Job
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 BHT III collaborates with clinical staff, patients, and families to support a safe, therapeutic environment. The role also serves as a resource and role model to other staff by demonstrating advanced knowledge of patient care practices and unit procedures. Working closely with the Charge Nurse or CRL, the BHT III supports unit operations, promotes positive change, and assists with quality improvement initiatives intended to enhance patient care and outcomes. The hourly pay range is $19.73–$29.10. Shift differentials are 18% for night shifts, 8% for weekend shifts, and 26% for weekend night shifts.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of behavioral health experience, or a bachelor's degree or higher in any field plus 1.5 years of behavioral health experience.
- CPI, EKG, AccuCheck, and manual vital signs training.
- 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 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: a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance card, or submission of a completed application to the department within seven days of the transfer date. The card must remain valid for its entire issuance period and be renewed before expiration.
- For work covered by the stated Arizona administrative code provision: personnel must be at least 21 years old, or at least 18 and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 while providing services within their 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, 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 quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
