Behavioral Health Technician (BHT/CNA)

Lifepoint Health•Hickory, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician (CNA I) works in an 81-bed Adult Behavioral Health Unit alongside Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Mental Health Technicians, Social Work Therapists, Recreational Therapists, and Psychiatric Providers. The unit treats a range of diagnoses, including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, and substance use disorder. Patients may experience psychosis, suicidal or homicidal ideation, mania, or exacerbations of mental illness. The role involves collaborating in a supportive environment to provide quality care and support to people experiencing behavioral health crises. The position is in person at the South Campus and follows a 3x12+ night schedule, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The technician identifies patient needs, provides care appropriate to each patient's condition and age, documents medical necessity in the medical record, and assists with activities of daily living. The employer describes benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; insurance and disability coverage; paid family leave and paid time off; tuition and loan assistance; a 401(k) with company match; wellness programs; and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

  • Current state NA I license.
  • Completion of an NA course from an accredited school.
  • Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately identify patient needs.
  • Provide care appropriate to the patient's condition and age.
  • Complete timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record.
  • Assist with activities of daily living.

Benefits

  • Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at $10 per pay period.
  • Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
  • Loan assistance.
  • 401(k) retirement package with company match.
  • Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
  • Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement for full- and part-time employees.
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service