Behavioral Health Technician at Josies Hope Center

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: 18-22 DOEThe Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in our residential treatment program. As part of the treatment team, the BHT provides direct care, life skills training, psychoeducation, and behavioral health support to adult residents experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring disorders. The BHT works collaboratively with clinical staff to ensure the safety, stability, and therapeutic success of each resident.Essential Responsibilities:Provide direct behavioral health services to residents including:Psychoeducational group sessions and life skills trainingCrisis intervention and behavior managementAssistance in the self-administration of medicationRecord vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, and weight)Document services in the facilitys Electronic Health Record (EHR) systemParticipate in clinical oversight/supervision, staff meetings, and quality improvement effortsCollaborate with medical providers, nurses, and BHPs to implement treatment plansQualifications:Required:High school diplomaExperience working with behavioral health and/or co-occurring disordersCPR and First Aid CertificationCrisis prevention trainingFingerprint clearance card (Level 1)Adult Protective Services VerificationNegative TB screeningValid AZ Class D Drivers License with a good driving recordPreferred:Bachelor's or Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or related fieldFamiliarity with psychotropic medications and behavioral health treatment modalitiesCore Competencies:Strong communication and interpersonal skillsIndividual and group counseling skillsFamiliarity with EHR documentationUnderstanding of HIPAA and confidentiality protocolsEthical conduct and professional boundariesAbility to work under pressure and manage crisis situationsTeam collaboration and respect for diversityProblem-solving, reliability, and attention to detailThe Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in our residential treatment program. As part of the treatment team, the BHT provides direct care, life skills training, psychoeducation, and behavioral health support to adult residents experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring disorders. The BHT works collaboratively with clinical staff to ensure the safety, stability, and therapeutic success of each resident.Provide direct behavioral health services to residents including:Psychoeducational group sessions and life skills trainingCrisis intervention and behavior managementAssistance in the self-administration of medicationRecord vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, and weight)Document services in the facilitys Electronic Health Record (EHR) systemParticipate in clinical oversight/supervision, staff meetings, and quality improvement effortsCollaborate with medical providers, nurses, and BHPs to implement treatment plansQualifications:High school diplomaExperience working with behavioral health and/or co-occurring disordersCPR and First Aid CertificationCrisis prevention trainingFingerprint clearance card (Level 1)Adult Protective Services VerificationNegative TB screeningValid AZ Class D Drivers License with a good driving recordPreferred:Bachelor's or Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or related fieldFamiliarity with psychotropic medications and behavioral health treatment modalitiesCore Competencies:Strong communication and interpersonal skillsIndividual and group counseling skillsFamiliarity with EHR documentationUnderstanding of HIPAA and confidentiality protocolsEthical conduct and professional boundariesAbility to work under pressure and manage crisis situationsTeam collaboration and respect for diversityProblem-solving, reliability, and attention to details