Behavioral Health Tech - Caring Team, Growth Path

Lifepoint Health®; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Cottonwood Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to support the therapeutic milieu under nursing supervision and ensure patient safety and dignity. The role emphasizes teamwork within a trauma-informed, patient-centered environment at a 108-bed facility.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days, and experience in psychiatric care, with at least one year inpatient.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health-care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred.
• 1 year of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the RN, ensuring the schedule/program is delivered, patients are supervised, safety is maintained, and patients and guests are treated with respect and dignity.
• Maintain a compassionate, trauma-informed approach while providing direct care and supervision.
• Collaborate with RNs and team members to promote recovery and well-being for patients.
• Contribute to a supportive, growth‑oriented workplace culture and participate in ongoing training.

Skills

CPR

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cottonwood Springs, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to support the therapeutic milieu under nursing supervision and ensure patient safety and dignity. The role emphasizes teamwork within a trauma-informed, patient-centered environment at a 108-bed facility.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days, and experience in psychiatric care, with at least one year inpatient.