Behavioral Health Technician Lead (Full Time)

Pyramid Healthcare; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; 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 in Hammonton, NJ is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor to oversee BHT staff on assigned shifts. This role ensures adherence to protocols, provides support, and reports issues to the Program Director/BHT Manager as needed.

Responsibilities include training staff, conducting evaluations, coordinating activities, and maintaining a therapeutic environment for clients in behavioral health settings. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

Responsibilities

• Oversees 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 and assists with client interventions.
• Lists 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 behavioral and emotional needs of clients and provides input.
• Attends trainings and schedules BHTs for training sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Crises management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

AED certification

First Aid certification

Job description

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

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.

Pyramid CORE Values

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.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

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