Behavioral Health Tech I: Patient Care & Crisis Support

Discovery Mood; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookdale in Scotrun, PA is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech I to support patients from admission through discharge, contributing to treatment planning and safety. The role involves group facilitation, nursing support, and crisis response, with attention to confidentiality and professional boundaries.

The schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, 3 PM to 11 PM, on-site; compensation ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, with a focus on quality patient care and teamwork in a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License.
• CPI certification within 90 days of hire; CPR/AED/First Aid training provided.
• Substance Use Division: 1 year sobriety if in recovery; Eating Disorder Division: 1 year recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients, support treatment planning and safety.
• Lead psychoeducational groups and monitor daily activities.
• Assist nursing staff with duties and crisis management.
• Maintain confidential records and complete shift notes timely.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of environment; conduct rounds.
• Travel within scope for patient transport where needed (Residential only where permitted).

Skills

Customer service

Diversity awareness

Professional boundaries

Confidentiality

Crisis intervention

Punctuality

Documentation

Housekeeping

Education

High School Diploma

Driver's license

CPI certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Substance Use Division sobriety 1 year

Eating Disorder recovery 1 year

Job description

Brookdale in Scotrun, PA is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech I to support patients from admission through discharge, contributing to treatment planning and safety. The role involves group facilitation, nursing support, and crisis response, with attention to confidentiality and professional boundaries.

The schedule is Tuesday to Saturday, 3 PM to 11 PM, on-site; compensation ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, with a focus on quality patient care and teamwork in a behavioral health setting.