Behavioral Health Technician, Part Time Evenings

Eating Recovery Center; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector, where you will provide essential support to patients struggling with eating disorders and related issues. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a vital role in delivering hands-on treatment and therapy sessions, ensuring patient safety and well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that prioritizes mental wellness and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing training. Be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Benefits

Ongoing Training and Education

Qualifications

• Experience in direct patient care or milieu experience is essential.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily program structure and complete observation rounds.
• Monitor meals and document patient observations during shifts.

Skills

Direct Patient Care

Coping Skills Implementation

Observation and Safety Checks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

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Who we are

ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector. Founded in 2008 by pre-eminent psychiatrists and psychologists in the eating disorder space, ERC Pathlight now treats over 6,000 patients per year, operates more than 30 facilities in 9 states, and delivers tele-healthcare to patients nationwide. We offer the most comprehensive treatment program in the country for patients who struggle with eating disorders, mood and anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.

Role Overview

As a patient care professional at ERC Pathlight, you will be part of a team delivering hands-on treatment, therapy sessions, and support to our patients across various centers nationwide. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) works under the supervision of the Nursing department and is responsible for the direct care of inpatient and residential patients by providing supervision and support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily program structure following the schedule
• Complete observation rounds and safety checks as ordered by physicians
• Work with patients on de-escalation and implementing coping skills per treatment plan
• Provide patient transportation for medical appointments as needed (location-dependent)
• Take patient vital signs, weights, and urine Specific Gravity (location-dependent)
• Perform other nursing support duties as assigned
• Support group therapy sessions as a secondary staff member (location-dependent)
• Assist with morning routines and Activities of Daily Living during patient spa/bathroom time
• Monitor meals and bathroom activities, including flush checks for eating disorder patients
• Document patient observations, meals, and individual check-ins during shifts

Must-Haves for BHT I

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Associate's Degree (Preferred)
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record (Required)
• Psych Tech or CNA experience (Preferred)
• 6+ months of direct patient care or milieu experience (Preferred)

Must-Haves for BHT II

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• At least 1 year of behavioral health experience (Required)
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record (Required)
• Minimum 1 year of ERC milieu experience (for internal team members only)

Our Investment in You

Every role at ERC Pathlight is vital to delivering high-quality care. We support your growth through ongoing training, continuing education, and internal advancement opportunities.

What We Offer

We prioritize mental wellness for our staff, offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, generous Paid Time Off, 401(K) with company match, and tuition reimbursement. Our compensation ranges are:

• Behavioral Health Technician I: $21.45 - $23.64/hr
• Behavioral Health Technician II: $23.64 - $26.50/hr

To apply, visit our careers page: https://eatingrecoverycenter.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-openings.php?search=true