Behavioral Health Technician Lead (Full Time)

Pyramid Healthcare Inc; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician Lead in Hammonton, NJ. This full-time role oversees BHT supervision, ensures adherence to protocols, and reports issues to the Program Director/BHT Manager. Address: 600 S White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037.

Pay starts at $17/hr before shift differentials, with shift differentials of up to $1.50 per hour on nights and weekends. The position requires a high school diploma and CPR/AED/First Aid certification, plus strong communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise and train staff on a health-care unit.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Behavioral Health Technicians and provides performance feedback.
• Orients and trains new staff to the unit and program.
• Assists in interviewing and hiring BHTs.
• Communicates with staff through verbal and written logs.
• Assists with employee disciplinary actions and develops employee schedules.
• Conducts employee performance evaluations. Assists with client interventions and item confiscation.
• Listens to clients and BHTs concerning treatment areas.
• Coordinates activities including lectures, recreation, and meetings with Lead BHTs.
• Follows treatment plan objectives and maintains a therapeutic environment.
• Evaluates the behavioral and emotional needs of clients and provides input.
• Attends necessary trainings and schedules BHTs for training sessions.
• Attends facility meetings and coordinates BHT department meetings.
• Performs clerical duties as needed and other duties as deemed necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician Lead (Full Time)

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the supervision of clients and BHTs during assigned shifts. This role ensures adherence to protocols, providing support and reporting issues to the Program Director/BHT Manager as needed.

Address: 600 S White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037

Pay: $17/hr before shift differentials.

Shift Differential Information:

7:00am - 3:00pm - 1st Shift differentials: (Saturday and Sunday) $1.00

3:00pm -11:00pm - 2nd Shift differentials: (Monday - Friday) $1.00 (Saturday and Sunday) $1.50

11:00pm - 7:00am - 3rd Shift Differentials: (Monday - Sunday) $1.50

Shift Options:

1st Shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm

2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm

3rd Shift: 11:00pm-7:00am

Responsibilities:

• Supervises Behavioral Health Technicians and provides performance feedback.
• Orients and trains new staff to the unit and program.
• Assists in interviewing and hiring BHTs.
• Communicates with staff through verbal and written logs.
• Assists with employee disciplinary actions and develops employee schedules.
• Conducts employee performance evaluations. Assists with client interventions and item confiscation.
• Listens to clients and BHTs concerning treatment areas.
• Coordinates activities including lectures, recreation, and meetings with Lead BHTs.
• Follows treatment plan objectives and maintains a therapeutic environment.
• Evaluates the behavioral and emotional needs of clients and provides input.
• Attends necessary trainings and schedules BHTs for training sessions.
• Attends facility meetings and coordinates BHT department meetings.
• Performs clerical duties as needed and other duties as deemed necessary.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous clinical experience preferred, especially in behavioral health or healthcare.
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem-solve by gathering and analyzing information.
• Ability to handle crises or potential risk situations appropriately.
• Working knowledge of federal and state standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to uphold staff code of ethics and maintain therapeutic boundaries.

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.