Behavioral Health Technician / Mental Health Support Specialist (Per Diem)

Phaxis; Erwin (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Per diem

Job summary

Phaxis is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician / Mental Health Support Specialist (Per Diem) in Erwin, NC. The role offers flexible scheduling with day and night shifts and compensation up to $21 per hour.

Per diem status provides adaptable hours to supplement income within a BHUC setting that operates 24/7. Responsibilities include direct support, supervision of consumers, documentation of behaviors, and collaboration with the clinical team to maintain a safe recovery environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in crisis situations.
• Compassion for individuals facing mental health and substance abuse challenges.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong belief in recovery and client advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and supervision to consumers
• Assist with and model daily living skills
• Monitor and document consumer behaviors, symptoms, and concerns
• Communicate observations to clinical team members
• Participate in shift reports and team collaboration
• Provide transportation as needed
• Support a safe, respectful, recovery-focused environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis decision-making

Compassion

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician / Mental Health Support Specialist (Per Diem)

Location: Erwin, North Carolina.

Up to $21/hr | Flexible Scheduling | Day & Night Shifts Available.

We are currently hiring compassionate and dependent professionals for a Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) facility providing 24/7 support services to individuals experiencing mental health and substance abuse challenges. This is a per diem opportunity offering excellent flexibility for candidates seeking supplemental income or adaptable scheduling.

Available Shifts 8: 00 AM –8: 00 PM 8: 00 PM –8: 00 AM

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and supervision to consumers
• Assist with and model daily living skills
• Monitor and document consumer behaviors, symptoms, and concerns
• Communicate observations to clinical team members
• Participate in shift reports and team collaboration
• Provide transportation as needed
• Support a safe, respectful, recovery-focused environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in crisis situations
• Compassion for individuals facing mental health and substance abuse challenges
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong belief in recovery and client advocacy

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should be able to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Experience in behavioral health, mental health, direct support, CNA, DSP, or related healthcare settings is strongly preferred.