Behavioral Health Technician - PRN

Banyan Treatment Centers; Boca Raton (FL); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers is looking for a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) in Boca Raton, FL. This role involves providing essential support to our patients, ensuring their safety, and facilitating their recovery journey. You will be responsible for monitoring patients and maintaining positive interactions while collaborating with the medical team.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and a safe driving record. Experience in substance use disorder or mental health treatment is preferred. The position offers competitive pay at $17/hr with comprehensive benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Safe driving record with a clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
• Must be at least 23 years of age to comply with motor vehicle insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and facility grounds, conduct safety checks.
• Measure and report vital signs, conduct UDS and pregnancy tests.
• Maintain respectful interactions with patients, offering emotional support.
• Share relevant patient information with team members.
• Assist in patient transport and group coordination.

Skills

Compassionate support

Patient safety monitoring

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers!

We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide essential peer and operational support to our patients during their recovery journey. As a BHT, you'll spend the most time with our patients and play an important role in fostering trust and connection while ensuring patient safety at all times.

Position Details

• Reporting to: Director of Operations
• Schedule: PRN, As needed - Monday-Sunday either 7a-7p or 7p-7a
• Location: Boca Raton, FL
• Compensation: $17/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Supervision and Safety: Monitor patients and facility grounds, conduct safety checks, and communicate with medical staff for attention needs. Ensure adherence to facility rules and document incidents.
• Waive Testing: Measure and report vital signs, conduct UDS and pregnancy tests, and comply with company policies.
• Patient Interaction and Support: Maintain respectful and professional interactions with patients, offering emotional support, referring clinical concerns to therapy staff. Demonstrate empathy and adaptability in addressing diverse patient needs.
• Communication and Team Collaboration: Share relevant patient information with the Team Leader, Supervisor/Operations Director while collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality care. Maintain positive relationships within the addiction treatment community and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Daily Program and Facility Management: Assist in patient transport, group coordination, and recreational activities. Ensure facility safety, supervise supplies, and manage patient discharge preparations.

Required Qualifications

• Safe driving record with a clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
• Must be at least 23 years of age to comply with motor vehicle insurance requirements.
• High school diploma/equivalent or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant behavioral health certification.
• Work experience in the field of substance use disorder or mental health treatment.
• Experience working with patients at various levels of care, with an emphasis on detox and residential levels of care.
• An associate's degree or higher.

Benefits

• Enjoy comprehensive benefits (FT only) including medical, vision, and dental insurance; whole and term life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance and referral programs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We welcome all applicants and encourage veterans, active‑ duty military and first responders to apply, in support of our First Responders Program offering.