Behavioral Health Technician

Benefits:

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides supervision, support, and structure for residents in a residential treatment setting. Staff are responsible for maintaining safety, enforcing program expectations, supporting healthy coping skills, and helping create a consistent and therapeutic environment for residents.

Behavioral Health Technicians work closely with the clinical and case management teams to support resident stability, accountability, and progress within the program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Supervise residents and maintain a safe, structured environment

Enforce program rules, expectations, schedules, and house guidelines consistently

Monitor resident behavior and report concerns to supervisors or clinical staff

Support residents in utilizing healthy coping skills and emotional regulation techniques

Assist with conflict resolution and use approved de-escalation strategies during crisis situations

Provide appropriate supervision during meals, groups, recreation, transportation, and community activities

Maintain professional boundaries and model appropriate behavior

Complete required documentation including shift notes, incident reports, and behavioral observations

Communicate effectively with Program Director and other staff

Conduct room checks, safety checks, and facility monitoring as required

Assist in maintaining cleanliness, organization, and overall structure within the residence

Transport residents as needed

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Experience working in behavioral health, residential treatment, mental health or substance abuse preferred

Ability to remain calm, professional, and consistent in high-stress situations

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to establish and maintain healthy boundaries

Basic computer and documentation skills

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred

Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

CPR/First Aid certification

Crisis intervention or de-escalation training

Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles

Experience working in residential or behavioral health settings

Schedule

Full-time and part-time positions available (Swing and Graves)

Day, swing, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required

Work Environment

This position works in a residential behavioral health setting and may involve exposure to challenging behaviors, emotionally stressful situations, and crisis intervention scenarios.