Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician — Compassionate Care

Carrollton Springs | Collin Springs; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition/Certification support

401(k) retirement with company match

Employee Well-being programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Carrollton Springs in Carrollton, Texas, seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support a safe, therapeutic environment. You will perform vital sign checks, administer delegated tasks, and assist with activities of daily living while maintaining documentation and patient privacy.

The role requires critical thinking, the ability to work under pressure, and CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire. Schedule: 3x12 days, days shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observe and maintain a safe environment through regular patient checks and supervision.
• Take vital signs, collect specimens, document care, and assist with group education.
• Promote a positive therapeutic milieu and accompany patients to meals and appointments.
• Report medical or psychiatric changes to the RN and assist with admissions.
• Document patient property at admission and discharge; conduct unit safety checks.
• Encourage activities of daily living and facilitate psychoeducational groups.
• Apply crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques; follow program protocols.
• Orient new staff and comply with OSHA and CDC specimen guidelines.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work with minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Carrollton Springs in Carrollton, Texas, seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support a safe, therapeutic environment. You will perform vital sign checks, administer delegated tasks, and assist with activities of daily living while maintaining documentation and patient privacy.

The role requires critical thinking, the ability to work under pressure, and CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days of hire. Schedule: 3x12 days, days shift.