Behavioral Health Technician: Compassionate Care & Growth

Oceans Healthcare; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital, an Oceans Healthcare Company, is a behavioral health facility delivering compassionate care to individuals with mental health and substance use needs. The Behavioral Health Technician assists nursing staff to maintain a therapeutic milieu and supports patient care under licensed supervision.

This role emphasizes de-escalation, accurate documentation, safety checks, and collaboration with the nursing team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required, unless state rules apply.
• Current CNA certification or at least 6 months of bedside patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Continually monitors and supports compliance within unit rules.
• Demonstrates de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Performs unit safety checks and secures contraband when required.
• Maintains infection control policies and attends required in-services.
• Performs patient care activities under supervision; records vitals, weights, ADL, and nutrition.
• Assists with meals, laundry, and mobility; supports at-risk patients as needed.
• Adapts activities to age and cultural needs; documents observations clearly.
• Communicates outcomes to nursing staff in a timely manner; coordinates follow-ups.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity awareness

Physical stamina

Under supervision

BLS certified

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital, an Oceans Healthcare Company, is a behavioral health facility delivering compassionate care to individuals with mental health and substance use needs. The Behavioral Health Technician assists nursing staff to maintain a therapeutic milieu and supports patient care under licensed supervision.

This role emphasizes de-escalation, accurate documentation, safety checks, and collaboration with the nursing team.