Behavioral Health Technician (CNA or HCA)

Sound

Auburn (WA)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 39,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

401(k) Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation 18 days

Holidays 9 days

Sick Leave 12 days

Parking

Training

Service Award

Job summary

Sound Behavioral Health in Auburn, WA is hiring On-Call Behavioral Health Technicians for our Parks Place residential program. The BHT provides recovery-oriented support to residents, ensuring a safe, structured environment and assisting with daily living activities and treatment engagement.

Required credentials: WA State Home Care Aide (HCA) or CNA, First Aid/CPR, and Food Handler’s Permit. On-call schedule with competitive hourly pay. Applications accepted until November 8.

Qualifications

Minimum of two years of healthcare/behavioral health/residential or related experience.
Active credential with WA DOH as Home Care Aide (HCA) or CNA.
Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
Current Food Handler’s Permit or ability to obtain within 30 days.
TB screening completed per state/organizational requirements.
Valid WA driver’s license and insurable driving record.
Successful completion of criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision and support to residents in a behavioral health residential setting.
Assist with activities of daily living and engagement in the residential milieu.
Observe, document, and report resident behavior, mood, and health concerns.
Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques.
Support therapeutic, recreational and skill-building activities.
Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries in all interactions.
Collaborate with clinical staff to support coordinated care.
Complete required documentation accurately within timeframes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Boundaries

Trauma-informed care

Residential care

Tools

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Overview

Opportunities abound at Sound!

Sound Behavioral Health is growing and we are hiring On-Call Behavioral Health Technicians in Auburn, WA! Sound is one of King County’s most comprehensive providers of quality mental health and addiction treatment services, supporting our area’s most vulnerable populations. A central tenet of our work is Reaching Recovery, an evidence-based clinical care model.

We are welcoming HCAs or CNAs to our residential team at Parks Place in Auburn.TheBehavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides direct, recovery-oriented support to residents receiving mental health services within a licensed residential treatment setting. The BHT supports a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment and assists residents with daily living activities, skill development, and engagement in treatment.

An active credential with the Washington State Department of Health as a Home Care Aide (HCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is required.

Location: 4244 Auburn Way N, Auburn, WA 98002

Schedule: On-Call

The ideal candidate demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to person-centered.

Accepting Applications until November 8th.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide direct supervision and support to residents in a behavioral health residential setting.

Support activities of daily living and engagement in the residential milieu.

Observe, document, and report resident behavior, mood, functioning, and health-related concerns to nursing and supervisory staff.

Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation and safety techniques.

Support therapeutic, recreational, and skill-building activities.

Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries in all interactions and documentation.

Collaborate with clinical, nursing, and supervisory staff to support coordinated care.

Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

KEY WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships across departments, engaging with residents, team members, management and leadership in a manner that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences. Contributes to a respectful and inclusive work environment by practicing cultural humility, promoting equity in services and decision-making, and supporting efforts that foster a sense of belonging for all.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, residential treatment, or social services, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Compassionate, professional, and recovery-oriented approach.

Strong communication and documentation skills.

Ability to maintain boundaries and follow structure.

Knowledge of trauma‑informed care principles.

Ability to work effectively in a residential environment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

Active credential with the Washington State Department of Health as a Home Care Aide (HCA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required.

Current First Aid and CPR certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Current Food Handler’s Permit required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Completion of tuberculosis (TB) screening in accordance with state and organizational requirements, including documentation of evaluation, treatment, or clearance as applicable.

Completion of all required training in accordance with organizational and Washington State requirements.

Valid Washington State driver’s license and insurable driving record required.

Successful completion of criminal background check(s) required.

SENSORY/PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

The requirement described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made through the interactive ADA accommodation process to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sensory:

Vision sufficient for close observation, monitoring resident condition, and recognizing changes in physical or behavioral status, with or without corrective aids.

Hearing sufficient to communicate effectively with residents and team members and to respond to alarms or calls for assistance, with or without assistive devices.

Communication ability to exchange information clearly and accurately in person and through documentation systems.

Tolerance for exposure to bodily fluids, odors, and cleaning chemicals in a healthcare environment.

Physical:

Frequent standing and sitting throughout the shift.

Walking for extended periods, up to 90% of the shift.

Lifting, transferring, and repositioning residents, typically up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance or mechanical devices.

Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to provide direct resident care.

Assisting residents with mobility, including ambulation and transfers (e.g., bed, chair, toilet) and fall recovery.

Pushing and pulling equipment such as wheelchairs, beds, carts, and mechanical lifts.

Manual dexterity sufficient to perform tasks such as feeding, grooming, dressing, and documenting care.

Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and arms during care activities.

Physical stamina to sustain performance in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and variable workload.

Responding physically in emergency or behavioral situations in accordance with training and organizational policy.

Cognitive:

Monitoring resident conditions and recognizing changes that may require intervention or escalation.

Responding promptly and appropriately to emergency, safety, or behavioral situations.

Maintaining attention, situational awareness, and alertness in environments with unpredictable resident behaviors.

Applying training in de-escalation and approved behavioral intervention techniques.

Managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, interruption-driven environment.

Following established care plans, procedures, and safety protocols while adapting to changing resident needs.

PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION (PHI) ACCESS

All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that a team memberencounterswhile working at Sound is considered confidential. Sound team members mayencounterprotected health information in the regular course of their work. This position maybe exposed to andrequiredto deal with highly confidential and sensitive material and must adhere to Sound policies, guidelines, and all applicable laws and regulationsat all times.

Perks at Sound!

All Team Members at Sound working 40 hours per week will be eligible for the following benefits:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Premium 100% paid by Sound for team member and child coverage to age 26, depending on plan selected. Spouse/Domestic Partner coverage available at team member’s cost.

Life Insurance (2x annual salary + additional $25,000):paid by Sound

Long Term Disability Insurance (60% monthly salary):paid by Sound

Retirement Plan:Sound contributes 3% to team member’s plan; team member is 100% vested.

Retirement Plan - 401(k) Plan, pre-tax and/or Roth:team member may contribute to their own plan.

Health Savings Account:Sound contributes $1,133.33 (individual) or$2,266.67 (family) for eligible team members, pro-rated for new hires infirst year.