Behavioral Health Technician

Description

Behavioral Health Technician (PRN) – Youth Crisis Facility

Join our dedicated team at a leading youth crisis facility, where your compassion and commitment can make a profound difference in the lives of young individuals facing mental health and behavioral challenges. We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) to provide critical support and care in a dynamic, supportive environment focused on growth, recovery, and safety. This PRN position offers flexibility to work as needed for call-outs, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute meaningfully while maintaining a flexible schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and supervise youth in a crisis setting to ensure their safety and well-being
• Assist with meal preparation and serve meals according to the facility menu
• Complete daily documentation and reports as required by the facility
• Support therapeutic activities and interventions under supervision
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment for youth
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergency situations or behavioral incidents
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement individualized care plans

What Our Company Offers:

• Paid Training

We foster a supportive, growth-oriented culture that values teamwork, compassion, and professional development. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of youth during their most vulnerable moments, and enjoy the rewarding experience of contributing to their journey toward stability and recovery.

The Wood Group staff is trained to provide caring and compassionate services to the clients involved in our programs. We work as a team with the Community Centers or other agencies to provide services to clients so they can return to productive daily living in their community. All The Wood Group subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.

The Wood Group subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training in behavioral health preferred
• 21 years of age required
• Prior experience working with youth or in a mental health setting is a plus
• Compassionate, patient, and able to handle challenging situations calmly
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work on an as-needed basis, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols and crisis intervention techniques