Behavioral Health Technician

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) serves a vital role in providing a safe therapeutic environment for patients receiving treatment for mentalhealth and/or substanceuse disorders. Working under the supervision of licensed clinical staff and nursing leaders the BHT actively supports patient care by observing behaviors assisting with daily living activities leading or cofacilitating group therapeutic and life-skills sessions and ensuring the facilitys standards for safety dignity and recovery are met.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain safety and therapeutic environment by conducting routine patient checks monitoring behavior performing contraband searches and providing oneonone supervision when needed.
Assist nursing staff with delegated tasks: taking vital signs collecting specimens documenting patient activity and participating in group education or recreation programs.
Facilitate and/or cofacilitate therapeutic psychoeducational or lifeskills groups and accompany patients to meals off-unit activities appointments or breaks.
Observe and document any changes in patient condition (physical psychiatric or substanceuse related) report to nursing staff/clinical team and assist with admissions/discharges belongings inventory and room checks.
Promote a positive recovery-oriented milieu: engage patients respectfully model appropriate behavior encourage participation in treatment activities and support peer interactions.
Participate in team meetings training (including crisis prevention/deescalation CPR CPI) and contribute to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required; some college or related credential preferred.
Previous experience working in a behavioralhealth psychiatric substanceuse or related facility preferred.
Must obtain certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or similar de-escalation training (often required within first 30 days of hire).
Excellent interpersonal skills crisisintervention ability and strong observational and documentation skills.
Must be at least 21 years old (in some roles) and able to pass required background/criminal checks.
Commitment to working flexible schedules including nights weekends and holidays (12-hour shifts).

Benefits

Competitive salary based on shift/experience and subject to shift differentials for nights or weekends.
Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees typically including medical dental vision PTO tuition reimbursement 401(k) plan.
Structured orientation and on-going training program in a nationally recognised behavioral-health organisation with mission-driven culture.
Opportunity to work in a high-impact role: supporting individuals facing acute mental-health or substance-use challenges in a provider that emphasises Making Communities Healthier

Required Skills:

High School diploma or equivalent required; some college or related credential preferred. Previous experience working in a behavioralhealth psychiatric substanceuse or related facility preferred. Must obtain certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or similar de-escalation training (often required within first 30 days of hire). Excellent interpersonal skills crisisintervention ability and strong observational and documentation skills. Must be at least 21 years old (in some roles) and able to pass required background/criminal checks. Commitment to working flexible schedules including nights weekends and holidays (12-hour shifts).

Key Responsibilities

Maintain safety and therapeutic environment by conducting routine patient checks monitoring behavior performing contraband searches and providing oneonone supervision when needed.
Assist nursing staff with delegated tasks: taking vital signs collecting specimens documenting patient activity and participating in group education or recreation programs.
Facilitate and/or cofacilitate therapeutic psychoeducational or lifeskills groups and accompany patients to meals off-unit activities appointments or breaks.
Observe and document any changes in patient condition (physical psychiatric or substanceuse related) report to nursing staff/clinical team and assist with admissions/discharges belongings inventory and room checks.
Promote a positive recovery-oriented milieu: engage patients respectfully model appropriate behavior encourage participation in treatment activities and support peer interactions.
Participate in team meetings training (including crisis prevention/deescalation CPR CPI) and contribute to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required; some college or related credential preferred.
Previous experience working in a behavioralhealth psychiatric substanceuse or related facility preferred.
Must obtain certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or similar de-escalation training (often required within first 30 days of hire).
Excellent interpersonal skills crisisintervention ability and strong observational and documentation skills.
Must be at least 21 years old (in some roles) and able to pass required background/criminal checks.
Commitment to working flexible schedules including nights weekends and holidays (12-hour shifts).

Benefits

Competitive salary based on shift/experience and subject to shift differentials for nights or weekends.
Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees typically including medical dental vision PTO tuition reimbursement 401(k) plan.
Structured orientation and on-going training program in a nationally recognised behavioral-health organisation with mission-driven culture.
Opportunity to work in a high-impact role: supporting individuals facing acute mental-health or substance-use challenges in a provider that emphasises Making Communities Healthier

Required Skills: