Behavioral Health Technician Full Time

Pyramid Healthcare • Joppa, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Technician for its Harford Facility in Joppa, Maryland. The role provides direct care, primarily through interacting with and supervising clients in treatment. The Joppa inpatient program serves men and women with substance use disorders, stimulant use, co-occurring disorders, and opioid addiction through a methadone maintenance program. The facility provides behavioral healthcare services including psychiatry, addiction recovery, and mental disorder treatment.

The position is listed for 2nd shift. Pay is $15 per hour before shift differentials. Listed differentials are $1.00 for 1st shift on Saturday and Sunday, $1.00 for 2nd shift Monday through Friday, $1.50 for 2nd shift Saturday and Sunday, $1.50 for 3rd shift Monday through Friday, and $1.50 for 3rd shift Saturday and Sunday.

Employees are expected to uphold Pyramid Healthcare’s CORE values: integrity, dedication, collaboration, and passion. Candidates selected for hire must pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances. Employment is contingent on satisfying applicable screening requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances.

Nice To Haves

• Behavioral health or general healthcare experience.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete the intake process with new clients entering the program.
• Maintain accurate client documentation.
• Observe and document client self-administration of medication, as applicable.
• Coordinate client activities.
• Follow treatment-plan objectives and address client-specific needs.
• Evaluate clients’ behavioral and emotional needs and provide appropriate responses, including crisis intervention.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly physical environment.
• Assist with clients’ dietary needs.
• Complete all required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Referral bonus opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED