Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) New Higley - Mesa, AZ

Mind 24-7; Mesa (AZ); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

On-site role in Mesa, AZ

Opportunities for advancement

Competitive pay

Job summary

Mind 24-7 in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support crisis stabilization and psychiatric care. You will work directly with nursing and clinical teams to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and respond to incidents with de-escalation techniques.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 1–3 years in behavioral health preferred, fingerprint clearance, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1-3 years of experience in a behavioral health setting preferred
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain calm, compassionate, and effective in high-pressure situations
• Basic understanding of psychiatric emergencies, de-escalation, and trauma-informed care

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain patient safety and engagement during stabilization.
• Conduct patient security screenings and personal property inventories upon admission.
• Respond to escalated behavior using therapeutic de-escalation techniques and, when necessary, administer restraint or seclusion interventions.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including toileting, dressing, hygiene, and eating.
• Collect and document vitals, blood alcohol levels, urine drug screens, and pregnancy tests.
• Record all interactions, observations, and safety checks (Q30 monitoring) in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Support facility operations by ensuring a clean and organized environment, laundering patient clothing, and assisting with linens.
• Float between units as needed and participate in required supervision and ongoing training.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support patients and clinical teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Trauma-informed care understanding

De-escalation techniques

Psychiatric emergencies understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At MIND 24-7, we are fundamentally changing the landscape of mental health care by creating a "front door" that is always open, always welcoming, and always ready to help . Our mission is to provide accessible, compassionate care for everyone—no matter the time of day or the challenges they face . Through our Express Care, Crisis Care, and Outpatient Progressions programs, we meet people where they are, delivering immediate and inclusive support that lifts up individuals and families . We believe that every team member, whether providing direct care or supporting behind the scenes, is essential to making this mission real every single day .

Mind 24-7 is transforming the way behavioral health care is delivered by offering walk-in, 24/7 access to mental health services for youth and adults. Our model supports individuals in crisis, urgent care needs, and short-term medication stabilization. We operate high-acuity environments where compassion meets innovation—and where care begins the moment someone walks through our doors.

As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) at Mind 24-7, you will support patients receiving crisis stabilization and psychiatric care. Often serving as the first line of interaction, you will ensure a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment while working directly with nursing and clinical teams.

Why Choose MIND 24-7?

• 24/7 collaborative clinical environment
• Opportunities for advancement in a rapidly growing company
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)
• Make a daily impact in the lives of individuals seeking mental health support
• Be part of a behavioral health revolution in Higley, AZ

Your Role & Impact

• Monitor and maintain patient safety and engagement during stabilization.
• Conduct patientsecurity screenings and personal property inventories upon admission.
• Respond to escalated behavior usingtherapeutic de-escalation techniques and, when necessary, administer restraint or seclusion interventions.
• Assist withactivities of daily living (ADLs) including toileting, dressing, hygiene, and eating.
• Collect and documentvitals, blood alcohol levels, urine drug screens, and pregnancy tests.
• Record allinteractions, observations, and safety checks (Q30 monitoring) in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Support facility operations by ensuring aclean and organized environment, laundering patient clothing, and assisting with linens.
• Float between units as needed and participate in required supervision and ongoing training.
• Performother duties as assigned to support patients and clinical teams.

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• 1-3 years of experience in a behavioral health setting preferred
• Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain calm, compassionate, and effective in high-pressure situations
• Basic understanding of psychiatric emergencies, de-escalation, and trauma-informed care

Join a team that’s making an immediate impact on mental health care in Mesa —with an on-site role, industry-leading pay, and a supportive team environment .

To support you in this essential work, we offer a benefits package grounded in e mpathy , including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance . We provide a 401(k) plan with company contributions and accrued paid time off to ensure you have the space to rest and recharge . As an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity makes us stronger and we are committed to creating a culture where you can be your authentic self and truly belong . If you are ready to take o wnership of your impact and help us do great things, we invite you to apply today

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