Behavioral Health Technician (Full-time, PM Shift)

Discovery Behavioral Health•Annandale, VA

4d•$16 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program, part of Discovery Behavioral Health, provides evidence-based and inclusive mental health treatment. The Behavioral Health Tech I (BHT I) supports patients throughout the treatment experience, from admission through discharge, and contributes practical information to treatment planning. The role focuses on patient safety, interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and general patient support. This is a full-time, onsite position in Annandale, Virginia, scheduled Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The pay range is $16.00–$25.00 per hour. Depending on the program division and setting, duties may include mealtime support and food safety tasks, secure urine specimen collection, medication passing where permitted, and patient transportation after qualifying to drive a company vehicle.

Requirements

Valid and unrestricted state driver’s license.
Obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire; training is provided.
Obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications; training is provided.
For the Substance Use Division, at least one year of sobriety if in recovery.
For the Eating Disorder Division, at least one year of recovery from an eating disorder if in recovery.
For patient transportation duties, must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow DBH policies and procedures and represent the organization’s values with a positive, respectful, and professional attitude.
Provide exemplary customer service and respect cultural and lifestyle diversity while maintaining professional boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality.
Support patients’ daily needs according to the program schedule, including routines, hygiene, meals and snacks, bathroom safety observations, and free time.
Assist nursing staff as directed with patient supervision, vital signs, room searches, and patient searches.
Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provide appropriate interventions.
Assist with implementing individual patient treatment plans in coordination with the clinical team.
Support patients during admission and discharge, including checking belongings, helping them acclimate to the program, and preparing them to return home.
Monitor patient activity and document significant issues; complete shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain an organized and safe environment, perform basic housekeeping, and conduct facility and grounds checks, reporting irregularities or safety concerns to facility leadership.
Attend scheduled shifts and find coverage if unable to work, except in an emergency.
Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings, complete online training and policy verification, and keep the employee HR file current.
Follow infection-control policies and practice proper hand hygiene.
In the Eating Disorder Division, supervise and support patients during meals by eating meals and snacks with them; complete food temperature, expiration-date, and storage tasks after obtaining the required certification.
In the Eating Disorder Division, avoid comments or actions that contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
In the Substance Use Division, collect urine specimens accurately and securely, verify donor identification, maintain chain of custody, and follow handling procedures.
In residential treatment where permitted, pass medication after applicable training or certification.
Provide patient transportation and supervision, errands, shopping, admissions, and outings when pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle.
Perform other duties as assigned.