Behavioral Health Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Saint Mary's Regional Health System is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support patients in a focused psychiatric unit. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, daily living activities, and safety, with direct collaboration with nursing staff.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and CNA preferred, plus BLS and HWC certifications. This full-time daytime position may require weekends; comprehensive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA preferred is a plus.
• Experience: 6 months in mental health/psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with direct patient care and interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior; notifies nursing staff of changes.
• Provides crisis intervention on the unit and over the phone when needed.
• Follows Code of Conduct and hospital policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Clear communication

Direct patient care

Education

High School Diploma

CNA preferred

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Handle with Care (HWC)

Job description

Saint Mary's Regional Health System - 1808 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801

Behavioral Health Technician

Job Type: Full Time, Days

Weekends May Vary

Your Experience Matters

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment that is built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication.

Staff members support one another, creating a culture where collaboration is valued, and everyone works together to provide safe, high-quality care.

How You'll Contribute

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required

License: CNA Preferred

Experience: 6 months in a mental health/psychiatric position.

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire

More about Saint Mary's Regional Health System

Saint Mary's Regional Health System offers community focused healthcare services in Russellville; AR. Saint Mary's 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services.

Russellville, overlooking 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River, is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.