Behavioral Health Technician I — Direct Patient Support

Oasis Eating Recovery; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Eating Recovery seeks a Behavioral Healthcare Technician (BHT) I for a full-time, residential adult facility in California. You’ll support ADLs, monitor patient well-being, and assist with treatment plans under clinical leadership.

Responsibilities include medication support, safety checks, nutrition duties, and documenting progress in patient records. Travel may be required; strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, manage client care, and maintain facility standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid Driver's License / Clean Driving Record.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide personal care to patients as needed and monitor well-being.
• Observe and influence patients’ behavior in a positive manner.
• Support clinical team through crisis intervention, case management, and coordination of treatment plans.
• Collaborate with doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation therapists to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community.
• Administer medications and treatments following physician prescriptions.
• Maintain safety checks and a clean environment to reduce infection risks.

Skills

Multitask

Client care

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Oasis Eating Recovery seeks a Behavioral Healthcare Technician (BHT) I for a full-time, residential adult facility in California. You’ll support ADLs, monitor patient well-being, and assist with treatment plans under clinical leadership.

Responsibilities include medication support, safety checks, nutrition duties, and documenting progress in patient records. Travel may be required; strong teamwork and communication are essential.