Behavioral Health Technician (Full Time & Per Diem)

Renewal Health Group; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Montare Behavioral Health in Tucson, AZ is seeking Full Time and PRN Behavioral Health Technicians for daytime and overnight shifts. Join a dedicated team delivering adult behavioral health and addiction treatment in a residential setting in the north foothills of Tucson.

The role involves assisting with intakes, promoting recovery-focused care, and maintaining client safety and engagement in treatment activities.

Qualifications

• Peer-Support Specialist experience preferred.
• One-year BHT experience in a behavioral health treatment setting preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records, MS Office and email software.
• Must have AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card and pass required clearances.
• Must have a current negative TB test.
• Current Arizona Driver License with clean MVR (39 months).

Responsibilities

• Assist with intakes and orient new clients to the facility.
• Support a recovery-based, client-centered approach to care.
• Build rapport with clients while maintaining boundaries.
• Conduct rounds, safety checks and belongings searches.
• Ensure clients attend groups and therapy sessions as scheduled.
• Facilitate groups and organize daily activities.
• Transport clients to off-site appointments and outings.
• Document client interactions in the electronic health record.
• Report unusual client observations to clinical staff.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Keep the facility clean, safe, and compliant.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Peer-support experience

BHT experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

EHR experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records

MS Office

Email software

Job description

Montare Behavioral Health is seeking Full Time and PRN Behavioral Health Technicians for daytime and overnight shifts!

Join our team of dedicated, caring professionals and be involved in the delivery of adult behavioral health and addiction treatment located in the north foothills of Tucson, AZ.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Technician/BHT, provides care and support to clients in a safe and secure residential treatment environment, aids with daily living activities, and assists clients with treatment goals and behavior management.

Availability:

• 7am-7:30pm Full time


• 7am-7:30pm Per Diem


• 7pm-7:30pm Full time


• 7pm-7:30am Per Diem

*Must be available at least one weekend day/night

Essential Duties:

• Assist with intakes, orient new clients to the facility and ensure the rules of the program are followed.


• Promote a recovery-based and client-centered approach to care that emphasizes hope, respect, self-direction and empowerment.


• Provide support and build rapport with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries at all times.


• Conduct rounds, belonging searches and safety checks on a routine basis.


• Ensure clients attend all groups and therapy sessions as scheduled.


• Facilitate groups as assigned and engage clients in organized daily activities.


• Transport clients to off-site appointments and recreational outings.


• Document client interactions and observations on the electronic health record, including daily shift notes.


• Report any unusual occurrences or observations regarding clients behavioral and physical health immediately to clinical and medical staff.


• Provide effective crisis intervention as needed.


• Assist to ensure the facility remains clean, safe and in compliance at all times.


• Attend required staff meetings and mandatory trainings.


• Other responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications & Hiring Requirements:

• Peer-Support Specialist experience, preferred


• One-year BHT experience in a behavioral health treatment setting, preferred


• Must be 21 years of age or older.


• Displays proficient oral and written communication skills


• Ability to work in a team environment


• Experience with Electronic Health Records, MS Office and email software.


• Must have a Level I AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card, and able to pass required clearances and background checks.


• Must have a current negative TB test


• Current Arizona Driver License, and current, clean, 39 month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)