Behavioral Health Technician (Part-Time)

Banyan Treatment Centers•Hanover Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide direct support and supervision in inpatient behavioral health, mental health, and substance use treatment programs. The role focuses on patient safety, engagement, and daily operational support while fostering a structured, therapeutic, recovery-focused environment. The Recovery Support Specialist serves as a key member of the treatment team, spending significant time with patients to build rapport, observe behaviors, and support clinical and medical staff through accurate communication and documentation. This is a part-time position of 24 hours per week located in Laurel Run, Pennsylvania, reporting to the Director of Operations. The technician supports patients and staff through supervision, monitoring, patient interaction, program support, and daily facility operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent or higher.
Minimum age of 21.
Ability to meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required 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.
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 emergency protocols as trained.
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 testing, including urine drug screening and pregnancy testing, in accordance with training and policy.
Supervise 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.
Maintain respectful, professional, and supportive interactions 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 required by assignment and comply with safety and driving requirements.
Support daily facility operations, including maintaining cleanliness, safety, and appropriate use of supplies.