Behavioral Health Tech: Sign-On Bonus & Group Therapy

Highlands Behavioral Health System; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Paid time off

Medical, dental, Vision plans

401(k) with match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Job summary

Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86-bed acute care psychiatric hospital in Littleton, CO, offering inpatient acute care and various programs. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supports the patient milieu, facilitates groups, assists with daily living, and maintains a safe, clean environment under Charge Nurse supervision.

Position includes a $4,000 sign-on bonus with commitment, shift options, and multiple benefit programs; qualification requirements include a high school diploma

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in human services preferred.
• Two+ years of education focused on nursing, psychology, social service, medicine or related field preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
• CPR certification within 30 days of employment and successful completion of training in Handle with Care.

Responsibilities

• Supervision for assigned patients.
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups.
• Document observations of patient behavior.
• Perform basic housekeeping tasks to maintain patient living areas.
• Ensure safety of patients at all times.

Skills

Patient supervision

Group facilitation

Observation documentation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in human services

Two+ years education in nursing/psychology/related field

Driver's license

Job description

Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86-bed acute care psychiatric hospital in Littleton, CO, offering inpatient acute care and various programs. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supports the patient milieu, facilitates groups, assists with daily living, and maintains a safe, clean environment under Charge Nurse supervision.

Position includes a $4,000 sign-on bonus with commitment, shift options, and multiple benefit programs; qualification requirements include a high school diploma