Behavioral Health Technician - BHT - Crisis Center - Multiple Shifts

Claratel Behavioral Health; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative organization dedicated to providing life-changing behavioral health services. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll play a vital role in a fast-paced, supportive environment, assisting clients in crisis and ensuring their safety. Your empathy and communication skills will be essential in fostering recovery and dignity while working alongside a dedicated team. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and training, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in dynamic settings, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Ongoing Professional Development

Supportive Team Culture

Flexible Shifts

Opportunity for Growth

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in social services or related field.
• CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and monitor client behavior.
• Carry out treatment plans and document client interactions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

De-escalation Techniques

Documentation Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College Coursework in Psychology or Social Work

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician - BHT - Crisis Center - Multiple Shifts

Friday, April 18, 2025

Claratel Behavioral Healthis an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, offering a full range of mental health services, developmental disabilities programs and substance abuse treatment to more than 11,000 citizens annually who are uninsured and underinsured. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates more than 20 locations in DeKalb County with a diverse workforce of more than 500 direct-care and support staff.

Our staff of physicians, nurses, clinicians and support personnel is dedicated to helping our clients and their families recover from these debilitating disabilities and resume productive lives. We strive to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services in the least restrictive settings, and we envision a community in which disabilities no longer limit potential.

Now Hiring Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT)

DeKalb Regional Crisis Center (DRCC) – FT | Rotating Shifts

• 7:00 AM - 7:45 PM (FT 2 openings)
• 7:00 PM - 7:45 AM (FT 1 opening)
• 3:00 PM - 11:45 PM (PT Fridays only)
• 7:00 PM - 7:45 AM (PT Every other Wed)
• 11:00PM - 7:45AM (PT Every other Fri)

About the Role

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you’ll work in our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Technician Manager. You'll provide direct support to clients, ensure their safety, and contribute meaningfully to a multidisciplinary team focused on recovery, dignity, and healing. This role is fast-paced, emotionally fulfilling, and critical to crisis care.

Key Responsibilities

Client Support

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Monitor, observe, and document client behavior, condition, and safety
• Offer emotional support and crisis intervention
• Use de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe, therapeutic space
• Lead or support recovery-focused activities and group sessions

Treatment Support

• Carry out treatment plans developed by clinicians
• Document client interactions and progress using Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Monitor vital signs and assist in physical wellness checks
• Work side-by-side with nurses, therapists, psychiatrists, and case managers
• Share timely updates about client status and care needs
• Attend team meetings and provide feedback on client progress
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and order on the unit
• Conduct routine safety checks and manage essential supplies

Compliance & Ethics

• Adhere to all HIPAA, confidentiality, and organizational standards
• Complete mandatory training and participate in ongoing development

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience in social services or related field
• CPR, First Aid, MindSet (or CPI equivalent), and Defensive Driving certification (or ability to obtain)
• Strong documentation and basic computer skills

Preferred

• College coursework in psychology, social work, or a related field
• Two years of behavioral health experience
• Familiarity with crisis intervention and trauma-informed care

Skills

• Empathy and patience in high-stress situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to de-escalate and support clients in crisis
• Team-first mindset with strong attention to detail

Physical & Work Requirements

• Able to walk, stand, and sit for long periods
• Capable of lifting up to 25 lbs
• Comfortable working weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment with potential for exposure to combative behavior

Why Join Claratel?

• Meaningful work that changes lives every day
• Supportive and diverse team culture
• Access to ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunity to grow within one of Georgia’s leading behavioral health organizations

Apply Today

Your calm, your care, your presence—they matter. Be part of a mission-driven team committed to helping people find stability, hope, and healing when they need it most.

Submit your application today and start your journey with Claratel Behavioral Health

Thank you so much for your interest in joining our team! Due to the high number of applications we receive, we’ll be reaching out directly to those selected for an interview. We truly appreciate your understanding and wish you the very best in your job search journey.

Claratel is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EOE).

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Claratel not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff and termination

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