Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Part-time

Banyan-Treatment-Centers-; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team in Stuart, FL. This community-facing role supports structured daily programming and helps patients build recovery skills on a 12-hour day shift.

You will develop trust-based relationships, monitor safety, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, document observations, and provide emotional support while upholding trauma-informed care and program guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong observation, communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of structured daily programming and group coordination.
• Build trust-based relationships with patients to reinforce engagement and progress.
• Monitor patients and the facility environment and conduct safety checks.
• Communicate patient observations and needs to clinical staff.
• Ensure adherence to program structure and facility rules.
• Document observations and incidents in a timely manner.
• Transport patients to and from program and community appointments.
• Measure vital signs and conduct UDS and breathalyzer testing per policy.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement throughout the day.
• Refer to therapy or medical staff as needed and inform leadership.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

UDS testing

Job description

Job Category: Behavioral Health Support

Requisition Number: BEHAV006152

• Posted : September 17, 2026


• Part-Time


• On-site

Locations

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Description

Lead BHT |Behavioral Health (SUD & MH) |12-hour shifts |PT

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)to join our team in Stuart, FL.

This is a meaningful, community-facing role for someone who understands the recovery journey, whether through professional experience, personal experience, or both and wants to be a consistent, trusted presence for people working hard to change their lives.

About the Company

Banyan Treatment Centers is a leading national provider of intensive treatment for individuals facing substance use and mental health disorders. Backed by TPG's Rise Fund , Banyan is rapidly expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care.

Martin county area has a strong and growing recovery community, and a real need for skilled, caring people to support it. This role puts you at the center of that work, with the backing of a nationally recognized organization behind you.

As a Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will:

• Join a mission-driven, Joint Commission-accredited organization with the stability, resources, and reach of a national provider — right here in your own community.


• Make a direct impact by supporting patients through structured daily programming, helping them build the skills and accountability needed for lasting recovery.


• Work 12-hour day shifts — fewer days, longer shifts, and more days off to enjoy everything Seminole and the Gulf Coast have to offer..


• Grow professionally in the behavioral health field, developing skills in patient engagement, group support, crisis prevention, and therapeutic program delivery.


• Bring your whole background to the work — lived experience with recovery is understood here and genuinely valued on our team.


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality, trauma-informed care across both SUD and mental health tracks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of structured daily programming and group coordination


• Build consistent, trust-based relationships with patients to reinforce engagement and progress


• Monitor patients and the facility environment and conduct regular safety checks


• Communicate patient observations and needs to clinical and medical staff


• Ensure adherence to program structure and facility rules


• Document observations, safety checks, and incidents accurately and in a timely manner


• Transport patients to and from the program and community appointments


• Measure and record vital signs


• Conduct UDS and breathalyzer testing in accordance with company policy


• Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients throughout the program day


• Recognize signs of clinical concern and refer appropriately to therapy or medical staff


• Keep Team Leaders and the Supervisor/Operations Director informed of relevant patient information


• Assist with supply management, discharge preparations, and day-to-day facility operations

Qualifications

• High school diploma/ Equivalent


• Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and composure in high-stress or crisis situations.


• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.


• Driving roles require: valid driver's license, 3-year record of safe driving, minimum age of 21, and ability to meet company motor vehicle insurance requirements

Preferred:

• Personal or professional familiarity with the local recovery community; lived experience is highly valued.


• Work experience in the field of substance use disorder or mental health treatment.


• Experience supporting patients in inpatient levels of care.

Banyan Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer.

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