Behavioral Health Tech: Frontline Care & Crisis Support

Vitruvian-Health; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitruvian Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join our care teams across the northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee region. You will monitor patients, support clinical staff, and assist with daily activities in clinical, residential, or outpatient settings.

Required education includes a high school diploma or GED, with preferred higher degrees in psychology or social work and relevant crisis intervention training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is the baseline; associate's or bachelor's in psychology or social work preferred.
• Experience in substance abuse treatment, mental health, or developmental disabilities highly desired.
• CPR/First Aid certification and specialized crisis intervention training may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' moods, behaviors and vital signs; report significant changes to medical staff.
• Provide 15-minute checks to monitor patient safety and well‑being.
• De-escalate crises and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist with intake and discharge and support therapeutic activities and group sessions.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Crisis Intervention

Therapeutic Support

ADLs Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's in Psychology or Social Work (preferred)

Job description

Vitruvian Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join our care teams across the northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee region. You will monitor patients, support clinical staff, and assist with daily activities in clinical, residential, or outpatient settings.

Required education includes a high school diploma or GED, with preferred higher degrees in psychology or social work and relevant crisis intervention training.