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Behavioral Health Tech - Facility-Based

Team Builder Recruiting•Lebanon, PA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Tech provides care for clients in crisis or under involuntary commitment for observation, typically during a 1–2 week stay. The role focuses on building therapeutic relationships and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. Working as part of a multidisciplinary therapy team, the Behavioral Health Tech assists with treatment plans, group and individual counseling, daily living requirements, and activities, while sharing feedback to improve the treatment process. This entry-level position offers training and counseling experience for people looking to develop a career in mental health. Openings are on second shift, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, with 8-hour and 12-hour shift options. Full-time and part-time options are available.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Compassionate approach to working with people struggling with mental illness.
  • Valid driver's license with no restrictions and a clean driving record for the last three years.
  • Availability to work every other weekend.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree in behavioral health services, such as Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Counseling, or Human Services.
  • Some college coursework with prior training or experience in mental or behavioral health care may also be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Care for clients in crisis or involuntary commitments during observation stays.
  • Build therapeutic relationships and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.
  • Work with a multidisciplinary therapy team and assist in implementing treatment plans.
  • Provide feedback to improve the treatment process.
  • Assist with group and individual counseling.
  • Assist clients with daily living requirements and direct activities.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Retirement plan with a generous match.
  • 19 days of paid time off and 7 paid holidays.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement for related college-level coursework.
  • Professional development training.
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • 10% second-shift differential and an additional 10% weekend differential.

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Behavioral Health Tech salary in the US is approximately $45,000 per year, with a typical range of $33,000 to $62,000.
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