Behavioral Health Technician

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician at our Jackson hospital campus to provide direct patient care under RN supervision, focusing on addiction, behavioral health, and mental health needs in a safe, therapeutic setting.

You will gather data for care plans, support patients with empathy, and collaborate with clinicians to ensure quality, safe care while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year college experience in Behavioral Health or related field, or EMT experience.
• Ability to physically manage patients safely.
• BLS Heartsaver Certification required during orientation.
• WELLE training within the first three months (location-specific).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to individuals with addiction, behavioral problems, or mental health challenges.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment to maximize patient wellbeing.
• Interact positively with patients, offering comfort, empathy, encouragement, and support.
• Assess patients and gather relevant data to contribute to their care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to deliver quality, safe care.
• Notify managers of significant patient care issues as needed.

Skills

BLS Heartsaver Certification

WELLE training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

One year college experience in Behavioral Health / related field

EMT or related experience

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Behavioral Health Technician - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you'll work alongside compassionate professionals to deliver high-quality care in a close-knit setting, serving patients with addiction, behavioral health challenges, and mental health needs.

Role Overview

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you’ll play a vital role in providing direct patient care under the guidance of Registered Nurses. You’ll support patients with addiction, behavioral issues, or mental health challenges, creating a safe and therapeutic environment. Your work will directly contribute to patient wellbeing and recovery, making a lasting difference in their lives.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Provide direct patient care to individuals with addiction, behavioral problems, or mental health challenges.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment to maximize patient wellbeing.
• Interact positively with patients, offering comfort, empathy, encouragement, and support.
• Assess patients and gather relevant data to contribute to their care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to deliver quality, safe care.
• Notify managers of significant patient care issues as needed.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you’ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work that truly matters. We foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development, empowering you to thrive in your role.

Join Our Team

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year college experience in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, Psychology, or related field, OR at least one year of Behavioral Health Technician experience or applicable experience such as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• Ability to physically manage patients in a safe and therapeutic manner.
• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation and maintain active certification.
• Complete WELLE training within the first three months and maintain active certification (location specific).

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience as a Behavioral Health Technician in an inpatient psychiatric or addiction medicine setting.