BHT (Behavioral Health Technician) - Day Shift

Solero Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

PTO and holidays

Life and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Solero Behavioral Transitions in Pickerington, OH seeks a direct patient care role supporting adults with substance use and mental health challenges. Provide ADLs, monitor patients, perform vital signs, and document care with the RN and treatment team.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, group activities focused on recovery, admissions and discharge processes, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic milieu in accordance with policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 or older.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Health field is a plus.
• Demonstration of group facilitation skills, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and treatments.
• Crisis intervention skills. Handle with Care training/certification preferred, but will train.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Monitor patients for behavioral, psychiatric, medical, and withdrawal-related changes; report concerns to the RN.
• Perform routine clinical tasks such as vital signs, blood glucose checks, and withdrawal observations (CIWA/COWS).
• Maintain patient safety through frequent rounding, observation, searches, and visitor monitoring.
• Assist with admissions, patient orientation, and discharge processes.
• Facilitate and document therapeutic group activities focused on recovery and coping skills.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations using de-escalation and intervention techniques.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic milieu in accordance with facility policies.
• Communicate professionally and collaboratively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary treatment team.

Skills

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Psychiatric knowledge

ADL assistance

Safety and de-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's in Psychology/Sociology/Behavioral Health

Job description

Pay: $16-18

Location: Pickerington, OH

Shifts Available: Days (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) 3 x 12 and every other weekend rotation

Solero Behavioral Transitions offers a safe, structured environment for adults managing substance use and mental health challenges. As a dual diagnosis outpatient program, we provide integrated treatment for individuals with primary substance use or mental health disorders.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Monitor patients for behavioral, psychiatric, medical, and withdrawal-related changes; report concerns to the RN.
• Perform routine clinical tasks such as vital signs, blood glucose checks, and withdrawal observations (CIWA/COWS).
• Maintain patient safety through frequent rounding, observation, searches, and visitor monitoring.
• Assist with admissions, patient orientation, and discharge processes.
• Facilitate and document therapeutic group activities focused on recovery and coping skills.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations using de-escalation and intervention techniques.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic milieu in accordance with facility policies.
• Communicate professionally and collaboratively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary treatment team.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 or older
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Health field is a plus.
• Demonstration of group facilitation skills, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and treatments.
• Crisis intervention skills. Handle with Care training/certification preferred, but will train.

Why You’ll Love It Here (Full-Time Benefits)

• Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs