Behavioral Health Technician (Part Time)
About The Position
Pyramid Healthcare is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct care to clients receiving residential and outpatient treatment. The role supports clients through interaction and supervision, while assisting clinical and administrative teams in identifying and meeting client needs. The position splits 32 hours between Traditions and Gratitude Halfway Houses and is scheduled for third shift, including weekends. Pay is $15.00 per hour plus a shift differential. The work environment is usually moderately quiet and indoors. The position requires local travel, and the employee must provide their own transportation. Employees may be exposed to viruses, diseases, or infections from clients, as well as traumatic situations such as psychiatric crises. Pyramid Healthcare expects employees to uphold its CORE values: Integrity, Dedication, Collaboration, and Passion. The company describes itself as an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to problem-solve by gathering and analyzing information.
- Ability to handle crisis or potential-risk situations and respond appropriately.
- Working knowledge of federal and state standards, as well as regulatory-body and compliance standards.
- Ability to uphold staff codes of ethics and therapeutic boundaries.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying up to 25 pounds, and seldom carrying up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to provide own transportation for required local travel.
Nice To Haves
- Behavioral health or general healthcare experience preferred.
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete the intake process for new clients entering the program.
- Maintain client documentation.
- Observe and document client self-administration of medication, as applicable.
- Coordinate client activities.
- Follow treatment-plan objectives and client-specific needs.
- Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and respond, including through crisis intervention.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly physical environment.
- Assist with clients’ dietary needs.
- Complete all required trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (listed for full-time positions).
- Flexible spending accounts (listed for full-time positions).
- Life insurance (listed for full-time positions).
- Paid time off (listed for full-time positions).
- 401(k) with company match (listed for full-time positions).
- Tuition reimbursement (listed for full-time positions).
- Employee recognition programs.
- Referral bonus opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
