Field-Based Behavioral Health Technician: Outreach & Crisis

Community Bridges; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is seeking a Community Based Outreach Team Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to respond to calls, assess crisis needs, and coordinate transports. This role emphasizes field assessments, documentation, and collaboration with triage RN staff to ensure safe, appropriate care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with 6 months of health care exposure preferred. An AZ Driver's License and BHT familiarity are important for success in this community-based

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 6 months health care experience with crisis exposure preferred.
• Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) per state policies.
• AZ EMT certification preferred when available.
• Valid Arizona driver's license; clean 39-month MVR.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls from the CBI Access to Care Line and coordinate transports.
• Conduct in-field assessments to determine appropriate level of care with RN consultation.
• Document Crisis Intervention Notes, Trip Tickets, and Mobile Crisis Field Forms.

Skills

Health care experience

BHT knowledge

AZ Driver's License

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher preferred

Emergency Medical Technician certification (AZ) preferred

Job description

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is seeking a Community Based Outreach Team Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to respond to calls, assess crisis needs, and coordinate transports. This role emphasizes field assessments, documentation, and collaboration with triage RN staff to ensure safe, appropriate care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with 6 months of health care exposure preferred. An AZ Driver's License and BHT familiarity are important for success in this community-based