Behavioral Health Technician, Senior (BHT) - Adolescent

Lifepoint Health; Paris (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Free Parking

Career Growth

Job summary

CenterPoint Health's Paris Behavioral Health Adolescent Unit is seeking a Senior Behavioral Health Technician to support adolescents through challenging moments, under RN supervision, in a safe, structured environment.

This role emphasizes patient monitoring, daily living activities, crisis intervention, and teamwork with the care staff. A High School Diploma is required; BLS and Handle with Care certifications should be obtained within the stated timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Nursing Assistant Certificate preferred.
• BLS and Handle with Care certifications required within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care.
• Patient Monitoring & Safety: Observe patients closely, document behaviors, and ensure a safe, secure environment.
• Support Daily Living Activities: Assist patients with hygiene, meals, routines, and basic care needs.
• Implement Treatment Plans: Follow care plans developed by clinicians, including leading or supporting therapeutic activities.
• Crisis Intervention: De-escalate situations and respond appropriately to behavioral or emotional crises.
• Documentation & Communication: Record patient progress and communicate updates to nurses, therapists, and the care team.

Skills

Observation & Safety

Documentation

Communication with care team

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Nursing Assistant Certificate (SRNA/CNA) preferred

Tools

BLS certification

Handle with Care certification

Job description

CenterPoint Health - Paris

Senior Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – Behavioral Health, Adolescent
Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts

Your experience matters

Centerpoint Health, a part of Lifepoint Health, is a regional healthcare provider serving communities across Central Kentucky, including the nine-county region of Greater Lexington. Formed in 2026 by the joining of four community hospitals - Bluegrass Community Hospital in Versailles, Bourbon Community Hospital in Paris, Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown - Centerpoint Health comprises nearly 1700 team members guided by a mission of making communities healthier.

More about our team

At Centerpoint Health's Paris Behavioral Health Adolescent Unit, our team is passionate about supporting adolescents through some of life's most challenging moments. We provide compassionate, individualized behavioral health care in a safe and structured environment focused on stabilization, healing, and personal growth. Our multidisciplinary team works closely together to support patients and their families while promoting positive outcomes and emotional well-being. Team members are encouraged to collaborate, build meaningful patient connections, and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our community.

How you'll contribute

A Behavioral Health Technician who excels in this role:

• Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care.


• Patient Monitoring & Safety: Observe patients closely, document behaviors, and ensure a safe, secure environment.


• Support Daily Living Activities: Assist patients with hygiene, meals, routines, and basic care needs.


• Implement Treatment Plans: Follow care plans developed by clinicians, including leading or supporting therapeutic activities.


• Crisis Intervention: De-escalate situations and respond appropriately to behavioral or emotional crises.


• Documentation & Communication: Record patient progress and communicate updates to nurses, therapists, and the care team.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.


• Free Parking

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent). Additional requirements include:

• Nursing Assistant Certificate (SRNA/CNA) preferred


• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire


• Handle with Care certification required within 7 days of hire

More about Centerpoint – Paris

Centerpoint – Paris is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

“Centerpoint – Paris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Centerpoint - Paris iscommitted to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”