Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Banyan Treatment Centers; Seminole (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in addiction and mental health care as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT). This role offers the opportunity to provide essential support and supervision to patients during their recovery journey, ensuring safety and fostering trust. Ideal candidates are compassionate and possess a relevant certification and experience in behavioral health. Full-time positions available with potential for impactful work and skill development.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness incentives

Qualifications

• Safe driving record with clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
• Minimum age of 21 to comply with insurance requirements.
• Work experience in substance use disorder or mental health treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and conduct safety checks to ensure adherence to facility rules.
• Maintain respectful and professional interactions with patients, offering emotional support.
• Assist in patient transport, group coordination, and recreational activities.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Crisis management

Effective communication

Education

Relevant behavioral health certification

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Join to apply for the Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) role at Banyan Treatment Centers

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) role at Banyan Treatment Centers

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Description

Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers!

We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide essential peer and operational support to our patients during their recovery journey. As a BHT, you'll spend the most time with our patients and play an important role in fostering trust and connection while ensuring patient safety at all times.

• Reporting to: Director of Operations
• Schedule: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts per week| Part-time, one or two 12 hours shifts per week| Per-diem, as needed.
• Location: Seminole, FL (On-site)
  
  

Job Details

Description

Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers!

We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide essential peer and operational support to our patients during their recovery journey. As a BHT, you'll spend the most time with our patients and play an important role in fostering trust and connection while ensuring patient safety at all times.

Position Details

• Reporting to: Director of Operations
• Schedule: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts per week| Part-time, one or two 12 hours shifts per week| Per-diem, as needed.
• Location: Seminole, FL (On-site)
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Supervision and Safety: Monitor patients and facility grounds, conduct safety checks, and communicate with medical staff for attention needs. Ensure adherence to facility rules and document incidents.
• Waive Testing: Measure and report vital signs, conduct UDS and pregnancy tests, and comply with company policies.
• Patient Interaction and Support: Maintain respectful and professional interactions with patients, offering emotional support, referring clinical concerns to therapy staff. Demonstrate empathy and adaptability in addressing diverse patient needs.
• Communication and Team Collaboration: Share relevant patient information with the Team Leader, Supervisor/Operations Director while collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality care. Maintain positive relationships within the addiction treatment community and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Daily Program and Facility Management: Assist in patient transport, group coordination, and recreational activities. Ensure facility safety, supervise supplies, and manage patient discharge preparations.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Safe driving record with a clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to comply with motor vehicle insurance requirements.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant behavioral health certification.
• Work experience in the field of substance use disorder or mental health treatment.
• Experience working with patients at various levels of care, with an emphasis on detox and residential levels of care.
• An associate's degree or higher.
  
  

Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?

This Is An Opportunity To Make a Meaningful Impact Within An Organization That Stands As a Nationally Recognized Leader In Addiction And Mental Health Care. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), You Will

• Join a Mission-Driven, Nationally Recognized Organization: Accredited by the Joint Commission, Banyan has 18 locations and Telehealth services nationwide. Our 2023 partnership with TPG’s Rise Fund supports our mission of expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care delivered by our 1,600+ team members.
• Directly Impact Lives: Play a vital role in supporting individuals during a crucial phase of their recovery journey, helping them make positive changes toward long-term health.
• Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in behavioral health, enhancing skills in patient support, crisis management, and effective communication.
• Collaborate with a Diverse Team: Join a multidisciplinary workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, with many team members bringing firsthand recovery experiences.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits (FT only) including medical, vision, and dental insurance; whole and term life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance and referral programs
  
  

Apply Now!

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing substance use and mental health adversities, apply today to join a mission-driven team at Banyan Treatment Centers!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We welcome all applicants and encourage veterans, active-duty military and first responders to apply, in support of our First Responders Program offering.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Banyan Treatment Centers by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Behavioral Health Technician” roles.

School-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) – Clearwater School

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Entry Level

Hillsborough County, FL $85,000.00-$95,000.00 1 day ago

Behavioral Health Technician FT (Men's Residential)

Behavior Specialist First Five - BCaBA or RBT

Mental Health/SUD Support Specialist (2nd Shift)

Make an IMPACT: School-Based Mental Health Provider (LMHC, RMHCI, LCSW, RSWCI, LMFT, RMFTI)

Pinellas Park, FL $20.00-$22.00 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.