Evening Behavioral Health Technician — 2nd Shift

Pyramid Healthcare Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team for 2nd shift at the Lake Ariel/Silvermist facility.

The role focuses on creating a safe, therapeutic environment and supporting clients through daily treatment activities. Responsibilities include intake support, client engagement, accurate logs, crisis intervention as needed, and collaboration with the treatment team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Previous mental health, substance use, behavioral health, or residential treatment experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience facilitating groups or activities is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging or crisis situations.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Reliable, organized, flexible, and adaptable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake process for new clients entering the program.
• Positively engage with clients and provide support throughout their treatment experience.
• Maintain accurate and detailed client logs and shift communication records.
• Listen to and respond appropriately to client concerns and needs.
• Help maintain a safe, orderly, and therapeutic environment.
• Assist with crisis intervention and client interventions as appropriate.
• Coordinate and support client activities and programming.
• Ensure clients follow their daily treatment schedules.
• Support and reinforce treatment plan objectives.
• Conduct required bed checks and accurately complete shift documentation.
• Monitor medication lines and assist with maintaining an organized medication process.
• Conduct searches during intake or when otherwise required by program policy.
• Monitor clients for safety and medical needs and promptly communicate concerns to clinical or medical staff.
• Maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries and follow the Staff Code of Ethics.
• Communicate effectively with the treatment team and other staff members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team for 2nd shift at the Lake Ariel/Silvermist facility.

The role focuses on creating a safe, therapeutic environment and supporting clients through daily treatment activities. Responsibilities include intake support, client engagement, accurate logs, crisis intervention as needed, and collaboration with the treatment team.