Behavioral Heath Technician

The Emily Program; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in mental health care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct care and support to clients recovering from eating disorders. The role involves working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring a safe therapeutic environment and supporting clients with daily activities. This entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage and a range of employee benefits, fostering a supportive workplace for professional growth and recovery.

Benefits

HSA and PPO insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Floating holiday

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required; higher education preferred.
• 6+ months of direct client care is recommended.
• Completion of Preceptor Program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to clients with eating disorders.
• Monitor client behaviors, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
• Facilitate therapeutic activities to support client engagement.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field

Job description

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Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.

Position Overview

Our Behavioral Health Technician l will provide direct care and support to individuals undergoing treatment for eating disorders, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

This entry-level position is ideal for individuals passionate about mental health and committed to helping clients on their recovery journey.

Compensation Range

• Behavioral Health Technician: $22.00 - $28.00
  
  

Final compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for position.

Schedule

• Full Time, 0.8 FTE / 32hrs per week, focusing on Days and Evenings shifts, (will still be trained on Overnights for coverage and includes weekend shifts).
• Days: 6:30 – 3:00pm / 7:30am – 4:00pm
• Evenings: 1:30pm – 10:00pm / 2:30 – 11:00pm / 3:30pm – 12:00am
• Overnights: 11:00pm – 7:30am
  

How Behavioral Health Technicians Empower Recovery

• Ensure the strictest adherence to professional boundaries with clients, consistently upholding ethical standards and creating a safe, respectful environment for all interactions.
• Provide compassionate and supportive care to clients, including assisting with daily activities, monitoring mealtimes/snacks, and helping to create a structured and therapeutic environment in alignment with Accanto’s best practices.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, dietitians, nurses, and psychiatrists, to provide comprehensive care to clients which furthers their recovery.
• Monitor client behavior and physical health, accurately documenting observations and reporting any concerns or changes in condition to the appropriate internal resource.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of clients by adhering to all safety protocols, responding to crises as needed, and employing de-escalation techniques with clients.
• Provide support with client activities of daily living and self-care, such as dressing and personal hygiene.
• Complete clinical documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Facilitate therapeutic activity groups which may include art activities, music, journaling, mindfulness, relaxation, games etc.) to support client engagement and recovery.
• Provide clients with transportation as needed for medical appointments.
• Consume therapeutic meals (snacks, etc.) with clients and/or families to model normalized eating behavior, while on shift. As this is a therapeutic intervention, meals must include the basic plating requirements of the patient meal and utilize the items provided on the hot and cold bars, or a fully plated meal in kitchen/restaurant (as appropriate).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or higher or at least 2 years of healthcare experience in a similar position/ related field preferred. (i.e. Paraprofessional, Mental Health Technician, Behavior Specialist, Recovery Coach).
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field; a relevant certification or licensure preferred.
  
  

Professional Qualifications

• This is an entry-level position; however, 6+ months of direct client care / milieu experience in a mental/behavioral health or healthcare setting, particularly with eating disorders is preferred.
• Completion of Preceptor Program preferred.
  
  

Other Qualifications

• Employees at Residential sites must have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to drive.
• Employees at Residential are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at Residential sites are required to have a current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at Residential site in Washington are required to have a Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire.
  
  

What We Offer

Employee Benefits: We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.

For Full-time Employees, We Offer

• HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
• Vision insurance (EyeMed)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan available two months after start date
• Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation
  
  

Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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