Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Part Time

Banyan Brand • Waelder, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide peer and operational support to patients during recovery. The role involves spending substantial time with patients, fostering trust and connection, and helping ensure their safety in a treatment setting. The position is based in Waelder, Texas, and reports to the Director of Operations. It is part-time, with a schedule of Sunday through Saturday, either 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Compensation is $19 per hour.

Banyan Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized addiction and mental health care provider with Joint Commission accreditation, 18 locations, and nationwide Telehealth services. The organization has more than 1,600 employees and describes its mission as delivering compassionate, quality care. Its 2023 partnership with TPG’s Rise Fund supports expansion of its services.

The Behavioral Health Technician supports patient supervision, safety checks, observation and documentation, crisis response, vital-sign measurement, approved testing, and permitted medication self-administration supervision. The position also supports patient interactions and treatment programming, admissions and discharges, coordination with the multidisciplinary team, transportation when assigned, and daily facility operations.

Full-time employees are eligible for the benefits listed in the posting; these benefits are not offered as part of the stated part-time position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent or higher.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Ability to meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements when driving is assigned.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record when driving is assigned.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and composure in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, and/or mental health settings is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in detoxification and/or residential levels of care is preferred.
• Behavioral health certification or related education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient supervision and conduct scheduled safety checks to support patient and facility safety.
• Monitor patient behavior and environmental conditions, document observations, and promptly report concerns, incidents, or changes to clinical or medical staff.
• Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques and follow trained emergency protocols.
• Ensure adherence to facility rules and behavioral expectations while maintaining a respectful, therapeutic approach.
• Measure and document vital signs as assigned and perform approved CLIA-waived tests, including urine drug screening and pregnancy testing, in accordance with training and policy.
• Supervise patient self-administration of medications when permitted by state regulations and organizational policy.
• Observe and report physical, emotional, or behavioral changes that may affect patient safety or treatment progress.
• Interact respectfully and supportively with patients, offer encouragement and emotional support, and refer clinical concerns to appropriate staff.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, patient movement, group coordination, and recreational or therapeutic activities as assigned.
• Support patient engagement in treatment programming and daily routines within the milieu.
• Communicate relevant patient information to supervisors and treatment team members to support coordinated care.
• Collaborate with clinical, nursing, medical, and operations staff to maintain a safe and supportive treatment environment.
• Assist with patient transportation when assigned and comply with applicable safety and driving requirements.
• Support daily facility operations, including maintaining cleanliness and safety and ensuring appropriate use of supplies.

Benefits

• Full-time employees: medical, vision, and dental insurance; whole and term life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; employee assistance and referral programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED