Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Mental Health

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Mary's Regional Health System is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for a PRN position with various weekend shifts. As a Patient Care Technician, you will be part of a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. The unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication, where staff members support one another to provide safe, high-quality care.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred.
• 6 Months of mental health experience
• Nursing Assistant Certificate preferred.
• BCLS required

Nice To Haves

• Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
• Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education; performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides direct patient care.
• Performs specific documentation in the patient's record.
• Maintains equipment and supplies and participates in quality assurance.
• Communicates appropriate information in departmental and interdepartmentally.
• Assists and participates in staff education and pursues continuing education for personal development.
• Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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