Behavioral Health Technician: Safe, Therapeutic Care

Lifepoint Health®; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician to provide care in a psychiatric hospital setting. You will monitor patients, assist with vital signs, and support therapeutic activities across shifts and populations.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, de-escalation, and meticulous documentation. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and maintain a safe environment through patient checks and supervision.
• Assist with vital signs, documenting care, and group education as needed.
• Promote a positive therapeutic milieu and accompany patients to meals and appointments.
• Report changes to the RN and assist with admissions and belongings inventory.
• Document patient property, conduct unit safety checks, and support activities of daily living.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Vital signs taking

Patient support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lifepoint Health is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician to provide care in a psychiatric hospital setting. You will monitor patients, assist with vital signs, and support therapeutic activities across shifts and populations.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, de-escalation, and meticulous documentation. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire.