Behavioral Health Technician (Part-time)

Discovery Mood; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Mood & Anxiety is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech III to support patients through treatment, assist nursing staff, and lead daily groups in Fairfax Station, VA. The role focuses on safety, admissions/discharges, and compassionate patient care under clinical supervision.

The position requires 2+ years in mental health/substance use/eating disorders, a valid driver’s license, CPI within 90 days, CPR/AED/First Aid and Food Handling certifications within 30 days, plus recovery

Qualifications

• Two or more years experience in mental health, substance use or eating disorder field.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days.
• Substance Use Division: minimum 1 year sobriety in recovery, Eating Disorder Division: minimum 1 year recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support patients through treatment, including admissions and discharge.
• Maintain safety and supervise patients; conduct daily group activities.
• Provide transportation and support duties as needed; document shift notes.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies; participate in trainings.
• Ensure a clean, safe environment and assist nursing staff as directed.

Skills

2+ years experience in mental health /

Valid State Driver's License

CPI certification within 90 days

CPR / AED / First Aid within 30 days

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred

Job description

Behavioral Health Tech III (BHT III) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. BHT III will be contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. BHT III responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH values.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
• Exhibits understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
• Understand and maintain professional boundaries and professional ethics.
• Follows directions as given by all facility leadership.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule, including but not limited to: waking/bedtime routines and hygiene, meals/snacks, bathroom safety observations, free time.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
• Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
• Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Assists in the implementation of individual patient treatment plans per clinical team.
• Supports patient during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program, preparing patient for returning home.
• Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Completes all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
• Maintains and organized and safe environment, and performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
• Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
• Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Eating Disorder Division:
• Providing supervision and support to patients during mealtimes requires staff to eat meals and snacks with patients.
• Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
• Familiarizes and adopts the Philosophy, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the Center for Discovery treatment programs.
• Has basic knowledge of the clinical orientation and interventions used at Center for Discovery.
• Residential Treatment Only:
• In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.

Knowledge, Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred
• Two or more years experience working within the mental health, substance use or eating disorder field required
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License
• Must obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided
• Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days of hire, training provided
• Substance Use Division: Minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery
• Eating Disorder Division: Minimum 1 year recovery from eating disorder if in recovery

Employment Status: Part-time
Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 8am-4pm
Work Location: On-site - Fairfax Station, VA
Compensation: Pay Range: $21.00-25.00 per hour

Reference Number: 12403

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay Range: $21.00 - $25.00

Virtual: No

Company: Discovery Mood & Anxiety

Location: Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program

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