Behavioral Health Technician (2nd Shift)

Pyramid Healthcare

Mills River (NC)

On-site

USD 15,000 - 25,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Full-time schedule

Benefits package

Paid training

Career advancement

Supportive team

Meaningful work

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare – Silver Ridge in Mills River, NC is hiring full-time Behavioral Health Technicians for the 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM). You will support clients receiving treatment for substance use and behavioral health challenges, working closely with nursing, counseling, and clinical staff to maintain a safe, structured environment.

This entry-level to experienced role offers paid training, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within behavioral health.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Provide respectful, compassionate, and supportive interactions with clients.
Assist with client admissions, intakes, and orientation.
Monitor client behavior, safety, and overall well-being throughout the shift.
Encourage participation in treatment programming and daily activities.
Promote a structured, recovery-focused environment.
Maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.
Conduct routine client observations and safety checks.
Assist with medication lines and communicate concerns to nursing staff.
Perform client and belongings searches according to facility policies.
Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies and behavioral health crises.
Use approved de-escalation techniques when needed.
Complete accurate documentation, shift reports, and communication logs.
Report client concerns, incidents, and behavioral changes to the treatment team.
Communicate effectively with counselors, nurses, and other clinical staff.
Support continuity of care by sharing important client updates with the appropriate team members.
Assist with housekeeping and maintaining clean, organized common areas.
Stock supplies and help maintain an orderly treatment environment.
Support the onboarding and training of new Behavioral Health Technicians as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team orientation

Compassionate

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 2nd Shift

Pyramid Healthcare – Silver Ridge

Location: Mills River, NC

Pay: $17.00–$18.50 per hour + applicable shift differentials

Schedule: Full-Time | 2nd Shift | 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

End Your Day Making a Difference

Pyramid Healthcare at Silver Ridge is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Full-Time Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) on 2nd shift.

As a BHT, you will play an important role in creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment for individuals receiving treatment for substance use and behavioral health challenges. You’ll work closely with nursing, counseling, and clinical staff to support clients throughout their treatment and recovery journey.

Whether you're beginning your career or bringing previous behavioral health experience, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career in behavioral healthcare.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

Competitive hourly pay plus applicable shift differentials
Consistent full-time schedule
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)
Paid training and ongoing professional development
Opportunities for career advancement within behavioral health and addiction treatment
Supportive, mission-driven team environment
Meaningful work that directly impacts individuals and families in recovery

What You’ll Do

Client Care & Support

Provide respectful, compassionate, and supportive interactions with clients
Assist with client admissions, intakes, and orientation
Monitor client behavior, safety, and overall well-being throughout the shift
Encourage participation in treatment programming and daily activities
Promote a structured, recovery-focused environment

Safety & Supervision

Maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment
Conduct routine client observations and safety checks
Assist with medication lines and communicate concerns to nursing staff
Perform client and belongings searches according to facility policies
Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies and behavioral health crises
Use approved de-escalation techniques when needed

Documentation & Communication

Complete accurate documentation, shift reports, and communication logs
Report client concerns, incidents, and behavioral changes to the treatment team
Communicate effectively with counselors, nurses, and other clinical staff
Support continuity of care by sharing important client updates with the appropriate team members

Facility Support

Assist with housekeeping and maintaining clean, organized common areas
Stock supplies and help maintain an orderly treatment environment
Support the onboarding and training of new Behavioral Health Technicians as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Compassionate and dependable approach to working with individuals in treatment

Preferred

Experience in behavioral health, mental health, substance use treatment, healthcare, residential treatment, or human services
Previous experience working in a residential or inpatient setting

No behavioral health experience? No problem!

We welcome entry-level candidates who are passionate about helping others and eager to build a career in behavioral healthcare. Paid training is provided.

About Pyramid Healthcare – Silver Ridge

At Silver Ridge, we are committed to providing high-quality behavioral health and substance use treatment in a compassionate, recovery-focused environment. Every member of our team plays an important role in helping clients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

If you're compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a difference every day,

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.

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