Behavioral Health Technician: Direct Care & Recovery Support

Emend Healthcare, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Emend Healthcare AK seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct client support in treatment programs, including supervision, safety monitoring, transport, and daily activities in a structured, caring setting.

Required: solid communication and documentation skills, valid Alaska driver’s license, CPR and First Aid certification; pass state/federal background screenings. High school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and documentation skills are required.
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team is essential.
• Experience with maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA/42 CFR Part 2 compliance.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with EHR systems.
• Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to clients within the treatment environment.
• Build positive rapport with clients and encourage participation in treatment activities.
• Monitor client behavior, safety, and wellbeing; communicate concerns to staff.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, transportation, meals, and outings as assigned.
• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts as needed.
• Conduct room checks, safety checks, and contraband monitoring.
• Complete required documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), logs, and incident reports.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other assigned duties.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Crisis intervention

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Behavioral health-related education

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Emend Healthcare AK seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct client support in treatment programs, including supervision, safety monitoring, transport, and daily activities in a structured, caring setting.

Required: solid communication and documentation skills, valid Alaska driver’s license, CPR and First Aid certification; pass state/federal background screenings. High school diploma or equivalent.