Behavioral Health Technician CONTINGENT

DETROIT WAYNE Integrated HEALTH Network; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Crisis Care Center. The role supports patient well‑being, assists with day‑to‑day activities, monitors progress, and addresses issues as they arise in a 24/7 crisis environment.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, two years of relevant experience, and a Michigan driver’s license. Food Handler’s certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of professional experience performing behavioral technician or peer recovery duties.
• Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with safe driving record.
• Food Handler’s Certification required or obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Observe individuals and report significant changes.
• Respond to critical situations and de‑escalate when possible.
• Support basic needs including food, shower, and cleanliness.
• Monitor safety and complete room checks and documentation.

Skills

Active listening

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Assessment skills

Evaluation skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of relevant experience

Job description

About this position

(THIS IS A CONTINGENT POSITION) (FOR THE CRISIS SERVICES DEPARTMENT)

Under the general supervision of the Site Director, the Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for the well‑being of patients in the Crisis Care facility. Behavioral Technicians are responsible for assisting clients with day‑to‑day activities, monitoring their progress, and resolving issues and problems as they arise.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers of individuals.
• Conducts ongoing observation of individuals for the purpose of reporting any significant changes.
• Responds quickly to critical situations that may require Restrictive Interventions.
• Provides de‑escalation and support strategies to prevent the use of physical restraints.
• Provides effective emergency response in the event of imminent danger in order to maintain safety and security.
• Provides a No‑Force‑First recovery environment.
• Assists with food preparation, serving and clean up.
• Assists individuals with shower and clean‑up.
• Monitors internal cameras throughout the shift.
• Assists with environmental and safety checks on the crisis units.
• Attends all required unit leadership team meetings.
• Performs room safety checks, ensuring that individuals are safe from potentially dangerous objects and that the rooms are clean.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of DWIHN policies, procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of the DWIHN provider network and community resources.
• Knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code.
• Knowledge of MDHHS policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of the practices of a Behavioral Health Technician.
• Knowledge of Crisis Operations principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Peer Recovery Support principles and practices.
• Knowledge of behavioral health and mental health principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Suicide Prevention, Resilience and Crisis Intervention.
• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder practices and principles.
• Lived experience in program recovery.
• Assessment skills.
• Evaluation skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Communication skills.
• Active Listening skills.
• Decision Making skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Relationship‑building skills.
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to work with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, economically and socially diverse population.
• Judgement/Reasoning ability.

Required Education

High school diploma or a G.E.D.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of professional experience performing behavioral technician or peer recovery and support duties and responsibilities.

Required License(s)

A valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with a safe and acceptable driving record.

Special Conditions

Active and valid Food Handler’s Certification required or obtained within the first 30 days of employment.

Working Conditions

This position will work in the DWIHN Crisis Care Center. This position will be required to work with persons who may suffer from mental health or substance abuse crises. Crisis Care Operations is a 24/7 unit. Candidates will be required to work a 12-hour schedule. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule. (THIS IS A CONTINGENT POSITION)

This description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a general description of the essential functions performed. Management retains the discretion to add or change the position at any time.

Please Note: DWIHN requires proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 as a condition of employment. Medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions that may be required by law, will be approved when properly supported. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process.

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.