Behavioral Health Technician (Full-time)

Discovery Mood; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program in Crownsville, MD is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech III to support patients throughout admission to discharge. The role emphasizes patient safety, group facilitation, and collaboration with clinical teams to implement treatment plans.

The position requires at least two years in mental health or related fields, a valid driver’s license, and CPI/CPR/AED/First Aid certifications. It is a full-time, on-site role with a pay range of $18.00–$24.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in mental health, substance use or eating disorder fields.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid with Food Handling/Safety within 30 days of hire, training provided.
• Substance Use Division: minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all policies, safeguards patient safety, and supports treatment planning.
• Lead psychoeducational groups and assist nursing staff with duties as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality and document shift notes, group notes, and required records.
• Provide transportation and supervision for patients and run errands as needed.
• Support admission/discharge processes and ensure a safe, organized environment.
• Respond to crises and ensure timely documentation by end of shift.
• Familiarize with CFD Clinical Model and center philosophy; participate in trainings.

Skills

Patient safety

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Documentation

Transportation

Professional boundaries

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School Diploma preferred

CPI certification within 90 days

CPR/AED/First Aid certifications within 30 days

Job description

Behavioral Health Tech III (BHT III) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. BHT III will be contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. BHT III responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH values.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
• Exhibits understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
• Understand and maintain professional boundaries and professional ethics.
• Follows directions as given by all facility leadership.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule, including but not limited to: waking/bedtime routines and hygiene, meals/snacks, bathroom safety observations, free time.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
• Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
• Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Assists in the implementation of individual patient treatment plans per clinical team.
• Supports patient during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program, preparing patient for returning home.
• Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Completes all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
• Maintains and organized and safe environment, and performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
• Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
• Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Eating Disorder Division:
• Providing supervision and support to patients during mealtimes requires staff to eat meals and snacks with patients.
• Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
• Familiarizes and adopts the Philosophy, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the Center for Discovery treatment programs.
• Has basic knowledge of the clinical orientation and interventions used at Center for Discovery.
• Residential Treatment Only:
• In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.

Knowledge, Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred
• Two or more years experience working within the mental health, substance use or eating disorder field required
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License
• Must obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided
• Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days of hire, training provided
• Substance Use Division: Minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery
• Eating Disorder Division: Minimum 1 year recovery from eating disorder if in recovery

Employment Status: Full-time
Schedule: Tues-Sat 2:45pm-11:15pm or Fri-Mon 2:45pm-11:15pm
Work Location: On-site - Crownsville, MD
Compensation: Pay Range: $18.00-24.00 hourly

Reference Number: 11889

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $18.00 - $24.00

Virtual: No

Company: Discovery Mood & Anxiety

Location: Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program

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