Behavioral Health Technician (Day Shift) - Inpatient Youth

Unison Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement planning

Job summary

Unison Health is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Technician in Toledo, OH. This role is crucial for supporting clients in their behavioral health treatment by providing direct care and helping facilitate their recovery.

The ideal candidate will assist youth with daily activities, build trusting relationships, and work closely with a team to implement individualized treatment goals. Starting pay ranges from $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, alongside paid time off and medical benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license & insurable if driving required.
• CPR & CPI certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, trusting relationships with youth.
• Assist youth with daily living activities.
• Facilitate therapeutic and recreational programming.
• Document client behaviors and progress accurately.
• Utilize trauma-informed care and interventions.
• Collaborate with clinical team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Crisis prevention

De-escalation techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Category: CLINICAL

Requisition Number: BEHAV002237

• Posted : October 5, 2026
• Part-Time

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Description

Why Join Unison Health?

Unison Health provides a mission-driven work environment focused on staff support, professional growth, and work-life balance. We are committed to helping our employees thrive while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. For over 50 years, Unison Health has proudly supported individuals, families, and communities across Ohio. From behavioral health and substance abuse treatment to primary healthcare, we are dedicated to our mission: Making Lives Better.

• Starting Pay: $21.00 - $23.00/hour + Shift Differential
• 12-hour shifts - 6:45am to 7:15pm
• Part-Time Shifts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical with federal minimum deductibles
• Dental and vision coverage
• Retirement planning and employer contribution

Position Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in supporting clients throughout their behavioral health treatment by providing direct care, promoting a safe and therapeutic environment, and assisting the clinical team in delivering quality services. The BHT works closely with clients to encourage recovery, reinforce treatment goals, observe and document client behaviors, and communicate significant changes to the treatment team. Services are provided in accordance with Ohio MHAS standards and are identified within each client's Individualized Service Plan (ISP).

Key Responsibilities & Role Highlights:

• Build positive, trusting relationships with youth by providing encouragement, guidance, and emotional support.
• Assist youth with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meals, housekeeping tasks, and healthy recreational activities.
• Facilitate and participate in structured therapeutic, educational, and recreational programming that promotes skill development and recovery.
• Accurately document client behaviors, progress, incidents, and daily interactions in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Utilize trauma-informed care, crisis prevention, de-escalation techniques, and appropriate interventions to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Collaborate with clinicians, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members to support individualized treatment goals and ensure high-quality client care.

Education & Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma

Must be at least 21 years old

Valid driver’s license & insurable (if driving required)

CPR & CPI certification within 30 days of hire

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Unison Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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