Behavioral Health Technician

Job DescriptionJob Description Behavioral Health Technician – Hickory Treatment CentersDepartment: Behavioral HealthDirect Report To: Behavioral Health Technician Manager About the Role:The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), is an integral member of the treatment team, functioning as the primary conduit between client, clinical, and medical staff, working to ensure the implementation and integration of the person-centered treatment plan.Under the immediate supervision of the Behavioral Health Technician Manager, the BHT is responsible for monitoring, observing, and reporting client activities while providing structure and support of the clinical person-centered treatment plan. Why Hickory Recovery?Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is onDelivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeingEnsuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment Our MissionTo provide high quality, acute care for adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve. What We Offer:401kDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePTOVision insuranceCareer developmentMental health daysHoliday pay Job Qualifications:Highschool diploma or equivalent is preferred.  An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person. Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients. Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide client-driven customer service, and exercise time management skills. Scheduling flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED. Musthold valid driver's license with reliable transportation. Key Responsibilities:Client Support & EngagementConsistent, daily, appropriate interaction with clients while supporting implementation of individualized treatment plans.Maintains clear, ethical boundaries with clients and their familiesEnsure clients attend all individual and group treatment sessions and follow daily schedulesAssists and monitors client activities throughout the shift, including compliance with treatment center rulesSupports clients with phone use, computer time, smoke breaks, and mealtimesGathers clients for group programming.Safety, Compliance, & EnvironmentMaintains strict confidentiality of all client information per HIPAA guidelinesDemonstrates awareness of cultural sensitivity and maintains professional boundariesReports safety hazards immediatelyWorks continuously to maintain a clean, safe, and functional treatment center environmentPractices proper infection control, including PPE use and hand hygieneDocumentation & Administrative DutiesUses the EMR to accurately document all client interactions with concise, clear communicationRecords shift notes, safety rounds, and client belongings inventoryDocuments instances of client non-complianceFollows all processes in the Behavioral Health Procedural ManualAdmissions, Discharges, & Treatment ProcessesPerforms client admissions, including drug/alcohol screens and contraband searchesAssists nursing staff during medication pass timesCompletes duties related to client discharge (graduation, administrative discharge, or AMA)Teamwork, Training, & PerformanceAttend staff meetings and training courses as directed by the supervisor.Participate in ongoing performance improvement activities.Compensation:$15-$18/hrLearn More