Behavioral Health Technician (0.4PM)

The Emily Program • Columbus, OH

12d • $18 - $22

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician supports the residential and inpatient milieu by facilitating therapeutic activity groups, helping clients acquire skills to manage their eating disorders, maintaining a recovery-oriented environment, and providing general support and assistance. The role collaborates with the multidisciplinary team on care plans and treatment, assists with admissions, and supports clients in programming.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to drive.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher, or at least two years of healthcare experience in a similar position or related field, such as paraprofessional, mental health technician, behavior specialist, or recovery coach.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field.
• Relevant certification or licensure.
• Previous direct mental health experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the multidisciplinary team on care plans and treatment.
• Assist with admissions and support or assist clients in programming.
• Participate in therapeutic meals and snacks.
• Support clients during structured outings and recreation.
• Engage, challenge, and support residents as needed.
• Report observations and document them in charts.
• Monitor and support bathroom use according to client treatment directions.
• Monitor and document exercise.
• Enforce appropriate policies with residents.
• Complete expected tasks, including hourly room checks.

Benefits

• For full-time employees: HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• For full-time employees: Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• For full-time employees: Vision insurance through EyeMed.
• For full-time employees: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• For full-time employees: Company-paid life insurance.
• For full-time employees: 401(k) plan available two months after start date.
• For full-time employees: Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of the employee’s contribution, up to 6% of compensation.
• For eligible employees: Paid time off that accrues annually and begins with the first whole pay period.
• For eligible employees: Seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to regular PTO.

What This Job Offers

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