Behavioral Health Technician

Socket.dev; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev Behavioral Health Technician position in Napa supports a safe, structured residential treatment environment. You will conduct intakes, monitor detox, observe medications, document in the EHR, transport patients, and engage them with empathy.

You’ll uphold house rules, assist with discharge, and work under the Residential Services Manager to implement patient-centered plans while adhering to HIPAA and safety protocols. Scrubs and badges required.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification required or active.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work flexible shifts.
• Background check clearance and health screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes, orientations, room assignments and searches.
• Administer urine tests, document results in lab interfaces.
• Monitor detox symptoms, complete CIWA assessments and vitals.
• Support medication management and adherence observation.
• Enforce program policies on phones, visits and grievances.
• Lead daily routines: groups, meals, chores and life skills.
• Provide transportation for appointments and transitions.
• Complete discharge procedures and turnover tasks.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and perform checks.
• Respond to emergencies per protocols and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Document in the EHR and use motivational interviewing techniques.

Skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Valid Driver’s License

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Flexible shifts including weekends

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician

Status: Non Exempt

Department: Residential

Compensation Grade: $22 - $29

Rate of Pay & Frequency: Biweekly

Direct Supervisor: Residential Services Manager

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive residential treatment environment. BHTs provide case management services, enforce program norms, ensure patient safety, support clinical and administrative procedures, and assist patients in navigating their recovery journey. Duties include intake, detox monitoring, medication observation, documentation, transportation, and patient engagement. BHTs are responsible for upholding residential rules, handling emergencies per protocol, and supporting each patient’s treatment plan with professionalism and empathy. BHTs wear scrubs, non-slip closed-toe shoes, and a company badge while on duty.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct intakes, orientations, room assignments, and property searches
• Administer UAs, track results, and document using lab interface systems
• Monitor detox symptoms, complete CIWA assessments, take vitals, and conduct 72-hour checks
• Support medication management (count, document, observe self-administration, and track refills)
• Implement patient policies related to phones, passes, visitors, and grievances
• Facilitate daily routines including groups, walks, meals, chores, and life skills activities
• Provide transportation for appointments, meetings, and transitions of care
• Complete discharge procedures, including documentation and turnover tasks
• Ensure facility cleanliness and conduct room, perimeter, and contraband checks
• Respond to emergencies (e.g., overdose, suicide ideation, violence) using proper protocols
• Practice HIPAA compliance and document in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Utilize motivational interviewing and de-escalation techniques with patients in crisis
• Uphold professional boundaries and ARS ethical standards
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher
• Valid Driver’s License; clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work flexible shifts, including weekends
• Current CPR/First Aid certification, negative TB test, and physician health clearance
• Experience working with substance use and co-occurring populations preferred
• Knowledge of Social Model Recovery, therapeutic communities, and correctional cultures preferred
• Must be able to pass a background check and (preferred) obtain CDCR clearance