Behavioral Health Technician

About Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diverse healthcare delivery network. It provides inpatient programming for individuals facing mental health challenges in Youngstown, OH. Role Overview As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will ensure a safe and therapeutic environment, support patients’ daily living, assist with medical and psychiatric monitoring, and participate in group education and therapeutic activities. Responsibilities 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 & Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Experience: Previous experience in a psychiatric health‑care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred. Certifications: CPR and de‑escalation certification required within 30 days of hire. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Schedule Day Shift & Night Shift Availability, 7:00 am–7:30 pm OR 7:00 pm–7:30 am. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of 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 (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. EEOC Statement Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital 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