Behavioral Health Technician

Pyramid Healthcare Inc; Concord (NC); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for 2nd shift at the Lake Ariel facility.

The role involves supporting clients in a structured behavioral health program, with intake support, treatment engagement, and documentation duties. The position offers a 3:00 PM–11:00 PM schedule with a starting wage of $17.00/hour and potential up to a $1.50/hour shift differential based on the shift worked.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license is preferred.
• Previous mental health, substance use, or residential treatment experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience facilitating groups or activities is a plus.
• Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Stay calm and professional during crises.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Reliable, organized, flexible, and adaptable.
• Work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with intake for new clients entering the program.
• Positively engage with clients and provide support throughout treatment.
• Maintain accurate client logs and shift communications.
• Listen to and respond to client concerns and needs.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, therapeutic environment.
• Assist with crisis intervention and client interventions as appropriate.
• Coordinate and support client activities and programming.
• Follow daily treatment schedules and treatment plan objectives.
• Monitor medication lines and maintain organized processes.
• Conduct searches during intake or as policy requires.
• Monitor client safety and promptly communicate concerns to staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis intervention

Decision making

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician (2nd Shift)

Lake Ariel Facility Behavioral Health Technicians

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – 2nd Shift

Make a Difference in Behavioral Health & Recovery

Silvermist Poconos, part of Pyramid Healthcare, is seeking a Full-Time Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team on 2nd shift.

The BHT plays an important role in creating a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for clients receiving behavioral health and substance use treatment. You will work closely with clients throughout their daily treatment programming, provide support and encouragement, and help maintain a structured environment that promotes recovery.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping others and wants to build experience in the behavioral health and addiction treatment field. Previous behavioral health experience is preferred but not required.

Schedule & Compensation

Full-Time, 2nd Shift

3:00 PM–11:00 PM

$17.00/hour

Up to $1.50/hour shift differential, depending on the shift worked

What You'll Do

Assist with the intake process for new clients entering the program.

Positively engage with clients and provide support throughout their treatment experience.

Maintain accurate and detailed client logs and shift communication records.

Listen to and respond appropriately to client concerns and needs.

Help maintain a safe, orderly, and therapeutic environment.

Assist with crisis intervention and client interventions as appropriate.

Coordinate and support client activities and programming.

Ensure clients follow their daily treatment schedules.

Support and reinforce treatment plan objectives.

Conduct required bed checks and accurately complete shift documentation.

Monitor medication lines and assist with maintaining an organized medication process.

Conduct searches during intake or when otherwise required by program policy.

Monitor clients for safety and medical needs and promptly communicate concerns to clinical or medical staff.

Maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries and follow the Staff Code of Ethics.

Communicate effectively with the treatment team and other staff members.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Valid driver's license preferred.

Previous mental health, substance use, behavioral health, or residential treatment experience preferred, but not required.

Experience facilitating groups or activities is a plus.

Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging or crisis situations.

Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Reliable, organized, flexible, and adaptable.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Join Pyramid Healthcare

At Pyramid Healthcare, we believe recovery is possible for everyone. Our team members play an important role in creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can focus on treatment, personal growth, and long-term recovery.

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.