Forensic Behavioral Health Tech — Night Shift (Union)

Socket.dev; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life, disability & hospital indemnity

Paid time off & family leave

Tuition assistance & loan support

401(k) with company match

Gym memberships & wellness programs

Discount programs & telehealth

Job summary

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for night shifts in the Forensic Unit. This union-backed position emphasizes structured care for patients with complex mental health needs, including safety monitoring and collaboration with RNs.

The role requires observation, milieu management, and adherence to RN delegated tasks, with a focus on patient safety and evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• High school degree preferred.
• Experience in a psychiatric health care facility with direct work in chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes 15-minute checks and monitors for safety/contraband.
• Adheres to RN-delegated tasks including vital signs, specimen collection, documentation, and group education.
• Provides effective milieu management to promote positive patient experiences.
• Accompanies patients to meals, breaks, off-unit visits, and appointments.
• Reports all medical or psychiatric changes to the RN promptly.
• Assists with admission tasks including belongings inventory and unit visitation.

Skills

Observation

Safety monitoring

Milieu management

Patient checks

Vital signs

Documentation

CPR training

CPI training

Education

High school degree preferred

Job description

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for night shifts in the Forensic Unit. This union-backed position emphasizes structured care for patients with complex mental health needs, including safety monitoring and collaboration with RNs.

The role requires observation, milieu management, and adherence to RN delegated tasks, with a focus on patient safety and evidence-based care.