Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - PT

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)| PT | On-site | SUD

Banyan Treatment Centers is honored to expand our life-changing services to Mooresville, NC, and is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide essential peer and operational care within substance use treatment programs. As one of the most important positions in the company, the BHT spends the most time with patients, playing a critical role in fostering trust and connection while ensuring patient safety at all times.

Banyan Treatment Centers is a leading national provider of intensive treatment for individuals facing substance use and mental health disorders. Backed by TPG, one of the nation's largest private equity investors, Banyan is rapidly expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care.

The North Carolina facility is a 20-bed, full-continuum operation opening with two SUD programs: Detox and Residential.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will:

• Directly Impact Lives: Play a vital role in supporting individuals during a crucial phase of their recovery journey, helping them make positive changes toward long-term health.
• Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in behavioral health, enhancing skills in patient support, crisis management, and effective communication.
• Collaborate with a Diverse Team: Join a multidisciplinary workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, with many team members bringing firsthand recovery experiences.

Position Details:

• Reporting to: Executive Director
• Schedule: Part-Time. Saturday & Sunday, 7 AM - 3:30 PM
• Location: Mooresville, NC (On-site).

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Supervision and Safety: Monitor patients and facility grounds, conduct safety checks, and communicate with medical staff for attention needs. Ensure adherence to facility rules and document incidents.
• Waive Testing: Measure and report vital signs, conduct UDS and pregnancy tests, and comply with company policies.
• Patient Interaction and Support: Maintain respectful and professional interactions with patients, offering emotional support, referring clinical concerns to therapy staff. Demonstrate empathy and adaptability in addressing diverse patient needs.
• Communication and Team Collaboration: Share relevant patient information with the Team Leader, Supervisor/Operations Director while collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality care. Maintain positive relationships within the addiction treatment community and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Daily Program and Facility Management: Assist in patient transport, group coordination, and recreational activities. Ensure facility safety, supervise supplies, and manage patient discharge preparations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/equivalent or higher.
• Safe driving record with a clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to comply with motor vehicle insurance requirements
• Relevant behavioral health certification, preferred.
• Work experience in the field of substance use disorder or mental health treatment.

Ready to make a difference? Bring your nursing expertise to a mission-driven organization dedicated to transforming lives. Apply today to join the Banyan Treatment Centers team.

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