Behavioral Health Technician Nights

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a psychiatric services unit. This full-time role supports daily patient care, safety, and therapeutic activities within a high-demand inpatient environment.

Required: High School Diploma or GED, BLS, crisis response training; preferred: 2–3 years behavioral health experience and related certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• 2-3 years Behavioral Health Experience (Preferred).
• Two years of coursework in psychology, sociology, or other mental health related field.
• At least one year of coursework in nursing with a strong interest in behavioral health.
• At least one year of experience in a behavioral health setting, preferably inpatient.
• At least one year of experience in corrections, military, security or law enforcement (Required).
• Required Certifications/Licensures: BLS; Crisis Response Training within two months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as assigned by the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with morning/afternoon care such as basic hygiene and comfort.
• Take and record vital signs.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Support safety by monitoring patients and preventing hazards.
• Document observations and care provided; participate in group activities.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Crisis Response Training

EMT

Mental Health Technician Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)

Job description

Job Number: 34160 Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31701 Department: PPMH EC PSYCHIATRIC SVCS Shift: 7P7A Shift Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-05-11

Job Description Summary: Provides direct patient care as assigned by the Registered Nurse.Provide clerical support, assists in patient data collection and performingmedical procedures under direction of an RN utilizing knowledge of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to provide targeted therapeutic interventions with patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Work Experience 2 - 3 years Behavioral Health Experience (Preferred)

ONE of the following:

• At least two years of course work in psychology, sociology, or other mental health related field.
• At least one year of course work in nursing with a strong interest in behavioral health.
• At least one year of experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably inpatient.
• At least one year of experience working in corrections, military, security or law enforcement (may include police or security officer experience) (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

Required Certifications/Licensures:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Phoebe's Crisis Response Training within two months of hire date

Preferred Certifications/Licensures:

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Mental Health Technician Certification
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)

Essential Functions BH TECH RESPONSIBILITIES

• Give care and address questions concerns from patients as needed or alert qualified nurse.
• Assist a.m. and p.m. care such as showering, shampooing hair, oral care, shaving, nail care
• Take and record vital signs.
• Give bedpans, urinals, assist patients to commode or bathroom.
• Measure and record intake and output.
• Collect specimens (urine, stool, blood) and send/take them to lab.
• Ambulate patients; exercise, reposition patients, assist patients in and out of chairs and wheelchairs.
• Transport patients to other areas.
• Perform simple treatments and tests as ordered such as apply and change unsterile pads, dressings, hot/cold compresses, packs; apply ointments; keep patients clean, dry, comfortable, and check safety equipment at regular intervals.
• Checks for contraband and monitors all things necessary for psychiatric safety.
• Performs environment safety rounds.
• Keep patient rooms neat, clean, orderly.
• Change beds; provide clean linens as often as necessary.
• Replenish patient supplies.
• Perform emergency housekeeping.
• Run errands for patients and staff.
• Clean unit kitchen, utility room, storage areas as directed.
• Dispose of soiled linens and waste.
• Store supplies and linens, check for defects and outdating.
• Prepare patients for meals, assist with meals, monitor during meals, assist with menu selection and documentation of percentages consumed.
• Pass other nourishments throughout the shift.
• Perform admission and discharge duties as directed such as searches of person and belongings, inventory of belongings, appropriate storage of belongings.
• Escort patients when discharged or transferred.
• Accompany patients to other areas of the facility for necessary procedures.
• Perform 1:1 monitoring.
• Perform groups such as goals group, wrap-up groups and various other groups.
• Observe patients (physical appearance, attitude, response to medications and treatments, appetite, etc.), record observations and alert nurse to significant observations.
• Assist nurse in preparing body after death.

DOCUMENTATION

Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion. Clearly and accurately documents patient interactions. Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users. Uses correct terminology. Conforms to required style and format.

Additional Duties

Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.