Per Diem Behavioral Health Technician - 8-Hour Shifts

Cutting-Edge-Staffing-LL; Waelder (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rooted leadership

Room to grow

8-hour shifts

Lived experience valued

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers in Waelder, TX is seeking compassionate Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) for per diem opportunities. You will support daily programming, monitor patients, document observations, and assist with transport and safety checks.

This role operates on 8-hour shifts and offers a pathway to strengthen care within a national recovery program. This position emphasizes compassionate, trauma-informed care across SUD and mental health tracks, with a focus on building trust-based

Qualifications

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

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; 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 program and community appointments
• Measure and record vital signs
• Conduct UDS and breathalyzer testing in accordance with company policy
• Provide emotional support and encouragement 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

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banyan Treatment Centers in Waelder, TX is seeking compassionate Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) for per diem opportunities. You will support daily programming, monitor patients, document observations, and assist with transport and safety checks.

This role operates on 8-hour shifts and offers a pathway to strengthen care within a national recovery program. This position emphasizes compassionate, trauma-informed care across SUD and mental health tracks, with a focus on building trust-based