Behavioral Health Technician Lead (Full Time)

Pyramid Healthcare•Hammonton, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Technician Lead, described in the summary as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Supervisor. The role oversees clients and BHTs during assigned shifts, ensures adherence to protocols, and provides support while reporting issues to the Program Director or BHT Manager as needed. The position is based at 600 S White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037. Pay is $17 per hour before shift differentials. Available shifts are 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.; differentials vary by shift and day. Pyramid Healthcare provides behavioral healthcare services, including psychiatry, addiction recovery, and mental disorder treatment, in supportive environments intended to help clients reclaim health and well-being. The company describes its care as client-focused and expects employees to uphold its CORE values of integrity, dedication, collaboration, and passion.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required.
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to problem-solve by gathering and analyzing information.
Ability to handle crises or potential risk situations appropriately.
Working knowledge of federal and state standards and compliance requirements.
Ability to uphold the staff code of ethics and maintain therapeutic boundaries.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical experience preferred, especially in behavioral health or healthcare.

Responsibilities

Supervise Behavioral Health Technicians and provide performance feedback.
Orient and train new staff to the unit and program.
Assist in interviewing and hiring BHTs.
Communicate with staff through verbal and written logs.
Assist with employee disciplinary actions and develop employee schedules.
Conduct employee performance evaluations.
Assist with client interventions and item confiscation.
Listen to clients and BHTs concerning treatment areas.
Coordinate activities, including lectures, recreation, and meetings with Lead BHTs.
Follow treatment plan objectives and maintain a therapeutic environment.
Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and provide input.
Attend necessary trainings and schedule BHTs for training sessions.
Attend facility meetings and coordinate BHT department meetings.
Perform clerical duties as needed and other duties as deemed necessary.