Behavioral Health Technician: Crisis Intervention & Care

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Louisville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Health Services in Louisville, Tennessee is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support individuals with mental health challenges under clinical supervision. You will help implement treatment plans, perform assessments, provide direct patient care, and help ensure patient safety.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, accurate documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support discharge planning and ongoing care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; BH Technician training or certification preferred.
• Experience in mental health or behavioral health settings with direct patient care.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation standards and ability to maintain records.
• Basic understanding of crisis management and intervention techniques.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in clinical assessments and monitor patient behavior to inform treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care, including support with daily living activities and therapeutic interventions.
• Implement crisis intervention techniques to manage and de-escalate behavioral emergencies effectively.
• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes and discharge plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and update individualized treatment and discharge plans.
• Support patients with Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED) by applying specialized care strategies.
• Ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients by adhering to established protocols and guidelines.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Crisis management

Discharge planning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Mental health knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Behavioral Health Technician training or certification

Associate degree or higher in psychology or related

Crisis Intervention or Mental Health First Aid certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Bradford Health Services in Louisville, Tennessee is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support individuals with mental health challenges under clinical supervision. You will help implement treatment plans, perform assessments, provide direct patient care, and help ensure patient safety.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, accurate documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support discharge planning and ongoing care.