Behavioral Health Technician — Impactful Care, Weekend Shifts

Pyramid Healthcare; Gibsonia (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is a national leader in Behavioral Healthcare, proudly operating a residential Substance Use Disorder treatment center in Gibsonia for young adults. We are currently seeking Behavioral Health Technicians to support our clients and staff.

The BHT is an integral part of our clients’ well-being and daily operations, providing frontline support throughout their day. If you are seeking a rewarding career where you can positively impact others, this could be the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in Drug and Alcohol/Mental Health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake process for new clients into the program.
• Communicate with staff verbally or through written logs; maintain detailed client logs.
• Listen to clients regarding treatment and maintain a safe, orderly, and therapeutic environment, including crisis intervention.
• Coordinate activities such as lectures, recreation, and meetings.
• Conduct mandatory bed checks and complete the bed-check sheet for shift reporting.
• Attend shift changes, team meetings, and company meetings.
• Ensure adherence to the client schedule daily.
• Assist with interventions involving clients.
• Follow the objectives outlined in treatment plans.
• Monitor the medication line.
• Transport clients to meetings and recreational activities.
• Conduct searches of clients upon their return to the facility.
• Monitor clients' hygiene and medical needs.
• Uphold therapeutic boundaries and the staff code of ethics.
• Evaluate clients' behavioral and emotional needs and provide input.
• Distribute client snacks as needed.
• Train new staff on unit operations, program, and milieu.
• Help maintain the upkeep of the facility.
• Assist clients in obtaining a sponsor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Log documentation

Client intake support

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is a national leader in Behavioral Healthcare, proudly operating a residential Substance Use Disorder treatment center in Gibsonia for young adults. We are currently seeking Behavioral Health Technicians to support our clients and staff.

The BHT is an integral part of our clients’ well-being and daily operations, providing frontline support throughout their day. If you are seeking a rewarding career where you can positively impact others, this could be the opportunity for you.