Behavioral Health Technician Mids Shifts

The Emily Program; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emily Program in Durham, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Technician I to join our inpatient/residential treatment team. This entry-level role supports individuals with eating disorders and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a structured, therapeutic environment at the RTP Durham location.

We offer a full-time 0.8 FTE schedule (32 hours/week) with mid shifts from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, weekend rotations, and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position ideal for individuals passionate about mental health.
• Willingness to work in a 32-hour/wk schedule (Full-Time 0.8 FTE).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals undergoing treatment for eating disorders, working with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a safe environment.
• Uphold professional boundaries and ethical standards in all client interactions.
• Monitor client behavior and health, document observations, and report concerns.
• Assist with daily activities, including mealtimes/snacks, and support therapeutic routines.
• Collaborate with therapists, dietitians, nurses, and psychiatrists to support recovery.
• Ensure safety by following protocols, de-escalating crises when needed, and adhering to safety procedures.
• Support clients with activities of daily living and self-care tasks.

Job description

4024 Stirrup Creek Drive, Suite 200 Durham, NC 27703

Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That's why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.

Position Overview

Our Behavioral Health Technician l will provide direct care and support to individuals undergoing treatment for eating disorders, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

This entry-level position is ideal for individuals passionate about mental health and committed to helping clients on their recovery journey.

Location:

• RTP Inpatient and Residential Treatment Center for Children, Adolescents, and Adults
• 4024 Stirrup Creek Drive, Suite 200, Durham NC 27703
• Full-Time 0.8 FTE, (32hrs/wk) working 4 days per week, focused on Mid shifts. This position includes weekend rotations as well as holiday coverage needs.
  • Mid Shifts: 3:00pm to 11:00pm

Compensation

• Starting Hourly Compensation Range for Behavioral Health Technician I: $18.00 - 21.00

Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position

How Behavioral Health Technicians Empower Recovery:

• Ensure the strictest adherence to professional boundaries with clients, consistently upholding ethical standards and creating a safe, respectful environment for all interactions.
• Provide compassionate and supportive care to clients, including assisting with daily activities, monitoring mealtimes/snacks, and helping to create a structured and therapeutic environment in alignment with Accanto's best practices.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, dietitians, nurses, and psychiatrists, to provide comprehensive care to clients which furthers their recovery.
• Monitor client behavior and physical health, accurately documenting observations and reporting any concerns or changes in condition to the appropriate internal resource.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of clients by adhering to all safety protocols, responding to crises as needed, and employing de-escalation techniques with clients.
• Provide support with client activities of daily living and self-care, such as dressing and personal hygiene.
• Encourage positive behaviors and discourage negative ones to help clients improve their skills.