Behavioral Health Technician - Per-Diem, 12-Hour Shifts

Banyan Treatment Centers; Florida; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our Stuart, FL team. You will support structured daily programming, build trusting relationships with patients, monitor safety, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery.

This on-site role emphasizes crisis prevention, documentation, and consistent engagement across SUD and MH tracks within a national network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain professionalism, empathy and composure in high-stress or crisis situations.
• Strong observation, communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Driving roles require: valid driver’s license, 3-year safe driving history, age 21+, and insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of structured daily programming and group coordination.
• Build trust-based relationships with patients to reinforce engagement and progress.
• Monitor patients and the facility environment and conduct regular safety checks.
• Communicate patient observations and needs to clinical and medical staff.
• Ensure adherence to program structure and facility rules.
• Document observations, safety checks and incidents accurately and timely.
• Transport patients to and from the program and community appointments.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Conduct UDS and breathalyzer testing per policy.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients throughout the program day.
• Recognize signs of clinical concern and refer to therapy or medical staff.

Skills

Empathy

Professionalism

Observation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/Equivalent

Tools

Driving

Job description

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our Stuart, FL team. You will support structured daily programming, build trusting relationships with patients, monitor safety, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery.

This on-site role emphasizes crisis prevention, documentation, and consistent engagement across SUD and MH tracks within a national network.