Behavioral Health Technician

Overview Copper Springs East Behavioral Health Hospital - Gilbert, Arizona — Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) , Full-Time | Nights Copper Springs East is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. This role supports the therapeutic milieu and delivers patient care under the direction of the RN. Responsibilities Provide support to the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the RN by ensuring scheduled programs are delivered, supervising patients, maintaining safety, and treating patients and guests with dignity. Observe and maintain a safe environment through regular patient checks, safety monitoring, contraband searches, and one-on-one supervision as needed. Perform delegated tasks such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, documenting care, assisting with group education, and monitoring patients. Promote a positive therapeutic milieu and accompany patients to meals, breaks, off-unit visits, and appointments. Report all medical or psychiatric changes to the RN and assist with admissions, including belongings inventory and vital signs. Document patient property at admission and discharge and conduct unit safety checks each shift to ensure a clean, therapeutic environment. Encourage or assist patients with activities of daily living and facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups using established guidelines. Apply crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed and maintain knowledge of program protocols. Orient new staff members to the unit, document in the medical record according to policy, provide feedback to the interdisciplinary team, comply with OSHA and CDC specimen guidelines, and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or GED. Previous experience in a psychiatric health-care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric or geriatric patients preferred. Certifications: CPR and de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match. Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (e.g., gym memberships, virtual care, mental health services). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Equal Opportunity EEOC Statement: Copper Springs East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Copper Springs East is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr