Behavioral Health Tech III: Patient Safety & Groups Lead

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Tech III to support patients through admission to discharge. The role includes ensuring safety, providing interventions, leading groups, and assisting nursing staff.

Transportation duties may be required and CPI, CPR/First Aid certifications are expected within specified timelines. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree preferred or a high school diploma with 2+ years in mental health fields, valid driver’s license,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two+ years experience in mental health, substance use, or eating disorder field required.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire; training provided.
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and Food Handling/Safety certifications to be obtained within 30 days; training provided.
• Substance Use Division: Minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery.
• Eating Disorder Division: Minimum 1 year recovery from eating disorder if in recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support patients through treatment from admission to discharge.
• Ensure patient safety and support interventions as appropriate.
• Lead psychoeducational groups and participate in treatment planning.
• Support nursing staff with patient supervision, vitals, searches, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality and documentation; complete shift and group notes.
• Provide transportation services as needed (pre-qualified to drive company vehicle).
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; ensure HR file is up to date.
• Perform housekeeping and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Patient care

Patient supervision

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Documentation

Cultural sensitivity

Professional boundaries

Safety monitoring

Transportation

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Tech III to support patients through admission to discharge. The role includes ensuring safety, providing interventions, leading groups, and assisting nursing staff.

Transportation duties may be required and CPI, CPR/First Aid certifications are expected within specified timelines. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree preferred or a high school diploma with 2+ years in mental health fields, valid driver’s license,