Inpatient Behavioral Health Tech PRN/On-Call

Vail Health; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 74,443,000 - 102,696,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HIPAA compliance

Job summary

Vail Health in Edwards, CO is seeking an Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for PRN shifts at the Precourt Healing Center. The role provides direct patient care, crisis intervention, and collaborates with the treatment team to support recovery and safety.

The position requires BLS; CPI or equivalent crisis training preferred, and associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred. Pay is hourly at $25.98–$35.84, with base expectations and growth in a state-of-the-art behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct patient care or community behavioral health experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• CPI or Therapeutic Options crisis intervention certification or equivalent training preferred.
• LivingWorks START or QPR Training preferred.
• LivingWorks ASIST preferred.
• Adult and/or Youth Mental Health First Aid training preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills for online learning and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, crisis intervention, emotional support, and documentation.
• Collaborate with treatment team to deliver culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
• Conduct routine safety checks and maintain a clean, organized patient care environment.
• Document patient behaviors and progress in medical records; promptly report changes to nursing/clinical staff.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute to care plans.
• Educate patients and families about behavioral health issues and coping strategies while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Vail Health in Edwards, CO is seeking an Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for PRN shifts at the Precourt Healing Center. The role provides direct patient care, crisis intervention, and collaborates with the treatment team to support recovery and safety.

The position requires BLS; CPI or equivalent crisis training preferred, and associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred. Pay is hourly at $25.98–$35.84, with base expectations and growth in a state-of-the-art behavioral health setting.