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

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

Job summary

Phaxis seeks a Behavioral Health Technician / Mental Health Support Specialist (Per Diem) to join a Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) facility in Winston-Salem, NC. The role offers up to $21/hr with flexible scheduling, including day and night shifts, on-site support, and per diem arrangements.

You will provide direct support and supervision, model daily living skills, and document observations for the clinical team while contributing to a safe, recovery-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health or direct support settings preferred.
• Experience in CNA, DSP or related healthcare roles is advantageous.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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

Communication skills

Crisis decision making

Compassion

Independence

Team collaboration

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician / Mental Health Support Specialist (Per Diem) Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina Up to $21/hr | Flexible Scheduling | Day & Night Shifts Available

We are currently hiring compassionate and dependable 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.