Behavioral Health Technician: Patient Care & Crisis Response

Destiny Springs Healthcare; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Destiny Springs Healthcare in Surprise, AZ is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to work under a registered nurse, assisting with care plans and patient orientation. You will monitor patient status, maintain dignity, and report changes to the nursing team.

Expect to assist in admissions, discharges, and transfers, participate in crises as needed, and ensure a safe, respectful care environment for patients and families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and Basic Life Support certifications required before patient interaction.
• Behavioral Management Training required prior to patient interaction.
• Two years behavioral health technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and monitor vitals.
• Assist with treatment plans and patient orientation.
• Maintain safe care environment and report patient status to nursing staff.
• Assist in admissions, discharges, transfers, and medical records documentation.
• Respond to aggressive behavior and participate in crises as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Ethical conduct

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Basic Life Support

Behavioral Management Training

Job description

Destiny Springs Healthcare in Surprise, AZ is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to work under a registered nurse, assisting with care plans and patient orientation. You will monitor patient status, maintain dignity, and report changes to the nursing team.

Expect to assist in admissions, discharges, and transfers, participate in crises as needed, and ensure a safe, respectful care environment for patients and families.