Overnight Behavioral Health Tech: Crisis Support & Care

Emend Healthcare, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Emend Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct support to clients in addiction and mental health treatment settings.

The role emphasizes building rapport, guiding participation in programs, and maintaining a safe, structured environment at our Alaska center. The position involves supervision, transportation, daily activities, and documentation in the EHR while adhering to HIPAA and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Behavioral health, healthcare, human services, or related education may be considered.
• Valid Alaska driver’s license required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to clients within the treatment environment.
• Build positive rapport with clients and encourage participation in treatment activities, groups, and program expectations.
• Monitor client behavior, safety, and wellbeing and communicate concerns to appropriate staff.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, transportation, appointments, meals, and community outings as assigned.
• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts as needed.
• Conduct room checks, safety checks, property searches, and contraband monitoring in accordance with organizational policies.
• Collect and document urine drug screens in accordance with program procedures.
• Assist with client admissions, room transitions, and discharge processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
• Complete required documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), communication logs, and incident reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other assigned duties.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Crisis de-escalation

Client interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Emend Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct support to clients in addiction and mental health treatment settings.

The role emphasizes building rapport, guiding participation in programs, and maintaining a safe, structured environment at our Alaska center. The position involves supervision, transportation, daily activities, and documentation in the EHR while adhering to HIPAA and federal regulations.