Behavioral Health Technician - Night Shift Care & Assessments

Bradford Health Services; Moss Point (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement benefits

Generous PTO

Voluntary benefits

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Bradford Health Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support mental health patients under clinical supervision. You will participate in assessments, deliver direct care, and help implement treatment and discharge plans in a structured setting.

The role emphasizes crisis management, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient safety and progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications include a Behavioral Health Technician training program or relevant certification.
• Experience with clinical documentation and patient care in mental/behavioral health.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and ability to respond to emergencies.
• Familiarity with mental health disorders including Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED).

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting clinical assessments and monitor patient behavior.
• Provide direct patient care including crisis intervention during acute episodes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and discharge plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop treatment and discharge plans.
• Support patients with SED using therapeutic techniques in a safe environment.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care

Confidentiality

Education

BHT training program

Associate degree

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Bradford Health Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support mental health patients under clinical supervision. You will participate in assessments, deliver direct care, and help implement treatment and discharge plans in a structured setting.

The role emphasizes crisis management, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient safety and progress.