Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Days

Benefits

Job Description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Milieu Safety & Patient Care:
  • Conduct regular safety checks, unit rounds, and environmental monitoring to maintain a secure environment.
  • Observe and document patient behavior, interactions, and physical condition.
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene needs as required.
  • Facilitate and support patient participation in therapeutic groups and recreational activities.
• Crisis De-Escalation & Support:
  • Utilize trauma-informed care and effective verbal de-escalation techniques to support agitating or distressed patients.
  • Assist clinical staff during acute behavioral crisis interventions while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
• Admissions, Discharges & Unit Operations:
  • Support patient intake and discharge workflows, including orienting new patients to unit rules and daily routines.
  • Supervise patient visitations in accordance with facility safety guidelines.
  • Participate in shift handoff reporting, staff meetings, and ongoing clinical trainings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Certifications:
  • Required: High School Diploma or GED.
  • Preferred: Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Experience & Technical Skills:
  • Prior experience in a behavioral health setting, crisis stabilization unit, or inpatient psychiatric facility strongly preferred.
  • Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Microsoft Office 365 (including Teams) strongly preferred.
• Background Checks & Compliance:
  • Must pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting, local criminal background checks, and pre-employment drug screening.
  • Must maintain compliance with all required health immunizations and mandatory agency trainings.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Environment: Fast-paced, high-acuity crisis stabilization unit serving diverse pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations.
• Shift Schedule: Rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical Demands: Requires standing, walking for extended periods, and the physical capability to assist in emergency physical interventions when necessary.