Seminole Center for Co-Occurring Disorders
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Hiring Timeframe
2-4 Weeks
Experience
Entry Level
Location
On-Site
Benefits
401(K) Matching
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Job Description
As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) at Aspire Health Partners, you will perform essential functions to maintain patient care, unit safety, and a structured, therapeutic environment. Working closely with nursing and clinical therapy staff, the BHT assists with daily unit management, client supervision, admission and discharge routines, and program activities.
Important Vehicle & Driving Requirements
- Driver's License Required: Most positions require driving.
- Age & Driving Record: Candidates must be over the age of 21 with a clean driving record to be added to the company insurance policy.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care & Therapeutic Environment:
- Assist in maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic setting for all clients.
- Conduct and document regular client observation rounds (every 15 minutes) to ensure safety and proper unit presence.
- Monitor social activities, visitations, and daily client engagement as directed by Clinical or Nursing Managers.
- Assist therapy and nursing staff with group activities and daily program schedule execution.
- Clinical Operations & Screening:
- Assist with client admissions, orientations, and discharges.
- Administer, analyze, and document participant drug screenings.
- Provide supervised self-administration of medication for participants, when applicable.
- Document client treatment details, behavioral changes, and unusual incidents accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Unit Safety & Program Support:
- Maintain continuous observation and communicate participant changes, needs, or unit issues to the program team.
- Complete mandatory ongoing trainings and participate in all required staff meetings.
- Support general program operations as directed by leadership.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education & Credentials:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Active Driver's License required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred.
- Background Screening:
- Must be able to pass a Level II Background Clearance (Aspire covers all fingerprinting costs).