Night Behavioral Health Technician — Crisis Care & Support

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician/Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care in the Adult Psychiatric Unit during night shifts. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment under nurse direction.

The role requires fluency in English, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications (CNA, BLS, NCI).

Qualifications

• Education and Formal Training: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Psychology/Social Work preferred.
• Nursing Assistant certification accepted; BLS from the American Heart Association required.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients promoting safety and dignity in a therapeutic environment.
• Assists with admissions, including contraband search and patient orientation.
• Assists with transfers and discharges, including vital signs and belongings.
• Obtains and monitors vital signs; reports abnormalities to nurse.
• Assists with activities of daily living and therapeutic holds or restraints when needed.
• Participates in rounding, observation, intake and output documentation, and ward activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor in Psychology/Social Work preferred

Nursing Assistant certification

BLS certification

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training

Job description

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician/Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care in the Adult Psychiatric Unit during night shifts. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment under nurse direction.

The role requires fluency in English, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications (CNA, BLS, NCI).