Mental/Behavioral Health Technician Peds
About The Position
Make a meaningful impact every day by supporting individuals with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will provide hands-on care, therapeutic support, and crisis intervention under the supervision of licensed clinicians in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. POSITION OVERVIEW The Behavioral Health Technician supports patients by assisting with daily living activities and implementing therapeutic interventions designed to promote safety, independence, and emotional well-being. This role is both physically and emotionally demanding and best suited for resilient, compassionate individuals committed to patient-centered care.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- CPR/First Aid required
- Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills
- Crisis intervention abilities and emotional resilience
- Mindfulness, empathy, self-regulation, social awareness, and emotional agility
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, and crawl
- Regularly lift up to 10 lbs, frequently up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 75 lbs
- Remain vigilant, attentive, and wakeful throughout all shifts
- Successfully complete at least three consecutive days of safety hold training
- Patients may present unsafe behaviors, limited coping skills, and limited ability to perform activities of daily living
- Clinical, residential, or community-based settings
- Exposure to challenging behaviors
- Flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or higher in a related field preferred
- Prior behavioral or mental health experience preferred
- CBHT or similar certifications are a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist with hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
- Monitor, observe, and document patient behavior and overall well-being
- Implement individualized treatment plans
- Support patients in developing coping and life skills
- Respond to behavioral crises and de-escalate situations
- Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
- Maintain accurate, confidential documentation
- Adhere to HIPAA, safety protocols, and organizational policies
- Work closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Participate in treatment planning and team meetings
- Educate patients and families; assist with group therapy and workshops
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
