Part-Time Night Shift: Behavioral Health Tech & Safety

UNC Health; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Safety Technician for Pardee Adolescent Behavior Health Unit Admin. The role focuses on observing patients, de-escalation, and maintaining a therapeutic milieu on a 24-hour unit.

The position requires a HS diploma, strong communication skills, and 1 year of BH tech experience. Training will be provided; care is onsite at Pardee Hospital in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for inpatient psychiatric care.
• 1 year of Behavioral Health Tech experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record patient observations at set intervals.
• Monitor patients on surveillance and report safety concerns.
• Conduct routine environmental safety checks per shift.
• Communicate patient behavior changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Provide 1:1 or group support using therapeutic communication.
• Assist with patient hygiene and unit cleanliness.
• Support safety, de-escalation, and restriction procedures as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

BH Tech experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UNC Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Safety Technician for Pardee Adolescent Behavior Health Unit Admin. The role focuses on observing patients, de-escalation, and maintaining a therapeutic milieu on a 24-hour unit.

The position requires a HS diploma, strong communication skills, and 1 year of BH tech experience. Training will be provided; care is onsite at Pardee Hospital in North Carolina.