Evening Behavioral Health Technician - Group Support

Discovery Behavioral Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Stamford, CT is seeking a Behavior Health Tech III to support patients from admission to discharge, contribute to treatment planning, and lead psychoeducational groups. The role emphasizes patient safety, compassionate care, and adherence to program policies.

You will assist nursing staff, document shift notes, and provide transportation while maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Two or more years in mental health, substance use or eating disorder field required.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver's License.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire; CPR, AED and First Aid and Food Handling/Safety within 30 days.
• Substance Use Division: minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery.
• Eating Disorder Division: minimum 1 year recovery if in recovery.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to DBH policies and procedures.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records.
• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed (e.g., vitals, room searches).
• Recognizes and responds to crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
• Completes shift notes and other required documentation by shift end.
• Assists in implementation of individual patient treatment plans.
• Leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership.
• Provides transportation services for patients as needed.
• Prepares patients for admission/discharge and supports transition home.
• Maintains a safe, organized environment and performs basic housekeeping.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Interacts with patients in line with CFD Model and program policies.
• For Eating Disorder Division: supervise mealtimes by eating with patients per CFD model.

Skills

Patient care

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Transportation

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School Diploma preferred

CPR/First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Discovery Behavioral Health in Stamford, CT is seeking a Behavior Health Tech III to support patients from admission to discharge, contribute to treatment planning, and lead psychoeducational groups. The role emphasizes patient safety, compassionate care, and adherence to program policies.

You will assist nursing staff, document shift notes, and provide transportation while maintaining professional boundaries.