Behavioral Health Technician - BIRCH Program (Night Shift)

Preferra Insurance; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

vision, Telehealth)

Paid time off + 9 holidays

Retirement plan options

Tuition reimbursement + free CEUs

Clinical supervision

Wellness & EAP

Mileage reimbursement for work related

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

RiverValley Behavioral Health’s BIRCH Program in Owensboro, KY seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support high‑acuity adolescent patients in an inpatient setting for 6–9 months. Day and overnight shifts are available, with the BIRCH program offering trauma‑informed care and structured stabilization.

The role involves implementing treatment components, documenting progress, and collaborating with nursing and clinical staff to ensure safe, therapeutic care for youth aged 12–17.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college coursework in psychology, education or related field preferred.
• One (1) year of experience with youth in behavioral health, residential or juvenile justice settings preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Understanding of trauma‑informed care principles encouraged.
• Understanding of child development and behavioral interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support a safe, structured and trauma‑informed environment for patients.
• Serve as a positive role model, reinforcing pro‑social behaviors and coping strategies.
• Implement components of the patient’s individualized treatment plan, including coaching on coping skills and de‑escalation.
• Assist with admission and orientation procedures including contraband searches and transitions to the unit.
• Participate in daily therapeutic programming, team huddles and clinical debriefs.
• Provide verbal prompts and reinforcement to promote engagement in treatment activities.
• Maintain detailed, timely documentation of patient behaviors and therapeutic engagement.
• Assist with daily living needs to promote independence.
• Ensure room and safety checks and 1:1 monitoring to maintain a therapeutic milieu.
• Collaborate with nursing, clinical and administrative staff to ensure cohesive care.
• Participate in team meetings, staff development and supervision as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Documentation

Crisis response

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework in psychology/education

Job description

RiverValley Behavioral Health’s BIRCH Program in Owensboro, KY seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support high‑acuity adolescent patients in an inpatient setting for 6–9 months. Day and overnight shifts are available, with the BIRCH program offering trauma‑informed care and structured stabilization.

The role involves implementing treatment components, documenting progress, and collaborating with nursing and clinical staff to ensure safe, therapeutic care for youth aged 12–17.