Behavioral Health Technician - Third Shift

Pyramid Healthcare; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 46,287,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support clients on their recovery journey in a safe, structured, therapeutic setting.

This role requires overnight shifts, direct client care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to maintain quality care and compliance; strong communication and crisis intervention skills are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous behavioral health or human services experience preferred
• Ability to work overnight hours and maintain a safe and supportive environment throughout the shift

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake and admission process for new clients
• Provide direct client support and actively listen to client needs
• Communicate effectively with team members through verbal updates and written documentation
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment, including crisis intervention when necessary
• Conduct mandatory bed checks and complete detailed shift reports
• Monitor the medication line in accordance with company policy
• Ensure clients follow daily schedules and treatment plans
• Participate in shift changes, team meetings, and company meetings
• Assist with scheduled activities, educational lectures, recreation, and group meetings as needed
• Transport clients to meetings, appointments, and recreational activities as needed

Skills

Overnight shift experience

Behavioral health experience

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Location: Newport News, VA

Schedule: Full-Time | 11:00 PM–7:00 AM

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Join Our Team

Pyramid Healthcare in Newport News is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide direct support to individuals on their recovery journey while helping maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct care and supervision to clients receiving treatment services. This role supports clients throughout their treatment while helping maintain a safe, supportive, and structured environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake and admission process for new clients
• Provide direct client support and actively listen to client needs
• Communicate effectively with team members through verbal updates and written documentation
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment, including crisis intervention when necessary
• Conduct mandatory bed checks and complete detailed shift reports
• Monitor the medication line in accordance with company policy
• Ensure clients follow daily schedules and treatment plans
• Participate in shift changes, team meetings, and company meetings
• Assist with scheduled activities, educational lectures, recreation, and group meetings as needed
• Transport clients to meetings, appointments, and recreational activities as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous behavioral health or human services experience preferred
• Ability to work overnight hours and maintain a safe and supportive environment throughout the shift

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

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Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.