Part Time Behavioral Health Technician - BHT

Pyramid Healthcare; Maryland; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Joppa inpatient program in Harford County, Maryland. The role involves directly interacting with and supervising clients in treatment across multiple shifts, including weekends, with differential pay on some shifts.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with preference for prior behavioral health or healthcare experience and CPR/AED/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Behavioral health or healthcare experience preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete the intake process with new clients into the program.
• Maintain client documentation.
• Observe and document client self-administration of medication as applicable.
• Coordinate client activities.
• Follow the objectives of treatment plans and client-specific needs.
• Evaluate the behavioral and emotional needs of clients and provide responses, including crisis intervention.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly physical environment.
• Assist with the dietary needs of clients.
• Complete all required training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Summary:

Our Behavioral Health Technician serves in a direct care role with the primary responsibility of interacting with and supervising clients in treatment. Located in Harford County, Maryland, our Joppa Inpatient program provides treatment paths for both men and women for substance use disorders, methamphetamine and other stimulant use, co-occurring disorders, and has a methadone maintenance program for opioid addiction. Under a passionate leadership team, Pyramid Healthcare in Harford offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare for psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc., defined by supportive environments that provide patients with the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges and allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Pay: $15/hour before shift differentials

Shift Options: 1st Shift 7:00am - 3:00pm, 2nd shift 3:00pm - 11:00pm, 3rd 11:00pm - 7:00am, at least 1 weekend day usually included in schedule

1st Shift differentials: (Saturday and Sunday) $1.00

2nd Shift differentials: (Monday - Friday) $1.00 (Saturday and Sunday) $1.50

3rd Shift Differentials: (Monday - Friday) $1.50 (Saturday and Sunday) $1.50

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete the intake process with new clients into the program
• Maintain client documentation
• Observe and document client self-administration of medication as applicable
• Coordinate client activities
• Follow the objectives of treatment plans and client-specific needs
• Evaluate the behavioral and emotional needs of clients and provide responses, including crisis intervention
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly physical environment
• Assist with the dietary needs of clients
• Complete all required training
• Other duties as assigned

License, Education, & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Prefer behavioral health experience or general healthcare experience
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred

***Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare work and our responsibility to ensure client safety, candidates selected for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state‑mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting‑body regulations.***

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.