Behavioral Health Technician (1st Shift)

Pyramid Healthcare; Penn Township (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare's Silvermist Recovery in Renfrew, PA is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our 1st Shift team. The role supports residents in a residential treatment setting, maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

You’ll help with admissions, monitor client progress, assist with medications as applicable, coordinate activities, and support treatment goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills are essential.
• Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with intake and admission for new clients.
• Monitor and document client behaviors, activities, and progress.
• Observe and document client self-administration of medications when applicable.
• Provide client transportation and supervise during travel.
• Coordinate and oversee daily client activities and programming.
• Support individual treatment goals and care plans.
• Respond to client needs and assist with crisis intervention when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly treatment environment.
• Assist with meals and accommodate dietary needs.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic boundaries.
• Follow staff policies and procedures and uphold standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

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) – Full-Time | 1st Shift

Silvermist Recovery – Renfrew, PA
$17.00–$18.00/hour (based on experience)
Full-Time | 1st Shift | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Friday–Tuesday

Make a Difference in Recovery

Silvermist Recovery, a Pyramid Healthcare program in Renfrew, PA, is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our 1st Shift team.

As a BHT, you’ll play an important role in supporting clients throughout their residential treatment experience. You’ll help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while encouraging clients as they work toward stability and lasting recovery.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the intake and admission process for new clients
• Monitor and document client behaviors, activities, and progress
• Observe and document client self-administration of medications, as applicable
• Provide client transportation and supervise clients during travel
• Coordinate and oversee daily client activities and programming
• Support individualized treatment goals and care plans
• Respond appropriately to client needs and assist with crisis intervention when necessary
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly treatment environment
• Assist with meals and accommodate client dietary needs
• Establish and maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries
• Follow all staff policies, procedures, and ethical standards
• Complete required training and participate in ongoing professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and clients

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, or related experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in crisis situations
• Professionalism, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others
• Familiarity with behavioral health standards and compliance requirements is a plus

Why Join Silvermist Recovery?

At Silvermist Recovery, you’ll join a team dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges and build healthier, more stable lives. As part of Pyramid Healthcare , you’ll have access to:

Competitive pay: $17.00–$18.00/hour based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Training and professional development opportunities
Opportunities for career growth within Pyramid Healthcare
Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment

Your Work Matters

Every interaction with a client is an opportunity to make a difference. If you’re dependable, compassionate, and looking for a rewarding career in behavioral health, we’d love to have you join the Silvermist Recovery team.

Pyramid CORE Values:

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.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

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