Behavioral Health Technician - Full TIme
About The Position
Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers! We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide essential peer and operational support to our patients during their recovery journey. As a BHT, you'll spend the most time with our patients and play an important role in fostering trust and connection while ensuring patient safety at all times. Position Details: Reporting to: Director of Operations Schedule: Full-time , Wednesday-Saturday 11:30pm-7:30am Location: Wasilla, AK Compensation: 19.50 - 22 hourly
Requirements
- Safe driving record with a clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
- Must be at least 21 years of age to comply with motor vehicle insurance requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant behavioral health certification.
- Work experience in the field of substance use disorder or mental health treatment.
- Experience working with patients at various levels of care, with an emphasis on detox and residential levels of care.
- An associate's degree or higher.
Responsibilities
- Patient Supervision and Safety: Monitor patients and facility grounds, conduct safety checks, and communicate with medical staff for attention needs. Ensure adherence to facility rules and document incidents.
- Waive Testing: Measure and report vital signs, conduct UDS and pregnancy tests, and comply with company policies.
- Patient Interaction and Support: Maintain respectful and professional interactions with patients, offering emotional support, referring clinical concerns to therapy staff. Demonstrate empathy and adaptability in addressing diverse patient needs.
- Communication and Team Collaboration: Share relevant patient information with the Team Leader, Supervisor/Operations Director while collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality care. Maintain positive relationships within the addiction treatment community and contribute to a supportive team environment.
- Daily Program and Facility Management: Assist in patient transport, group coordination, and recreational activities. Ensure facility safety, supervise supplies, and manage patient discharge preparations.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits (FT only) including medical, vision, and dental insurance
- whole and term life insurance
- short- and long-term disability coverage
- a 401(k) with employer match
- paid time off and holidays
- wellness incentives
- employee assistance and referral programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
