What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) position at Banyan Brand?
Banyan Treatment Centers, a leader in addiction treatment, is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team in Wasilla, AK. This position requires a valid driver's license and a clean motor vehicle history.
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) position is a mix of a House Aide and Peer Support Specialist! As a BHT, you’ll play a vital role in the daily operations of the facility and collaborate with the Treatment Team. You will monitor patient activities, assist with patient schedules, conduct 1:1 interaction, and maintain accurate records of patient behaviors and whereabouts.
Position Details:
- Schedule: Full-time, 2nd and 3rd shift, 40 hours/week.
- Compensation: $19.50 - $22 hourly (depending on education, certification, and experience).
- Location: Wasilla, AK 99654.
Why Join Us?
Banyan Treatment Centers stands as a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care, boasting a comprehensive continuum of care and holding the esteemed Joint Commission Accreditation (Gold Seal of Approval). From our inception, we've evolved into an authority and innovator in addiction care and mental health treatment, extending our services across 18 locations and providing Telehealth options throughout the United States.
Our collective mission is straightforward yet powerful: to liberate individuals from the shackles of addiction. With a team representing diverse backgrounds, many of whom have firsthand experience with addiction, we resonate with the very community we serve. Leveraging our expansive team of dedicated professionals and a well-established infrastructure, we deliver personalized treatment to support everyone who seeks our assistance.
What We Offer:
- A fast-paced, collaborative work environment
- Weekly Pay-Cycle- pay day is every Friday!
- CPR Training
- Continuing Education Units for license renewal
- Internal promotional opportunities
- Annual merit increases
- Employee Assistance and Referral Programs
Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees:
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Whole and Term Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term disability Insurance
- 401(k) Benefit with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays, inclusive of a floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional care and support to patients.
- Monitor and document patient behaviors to ensure safety and compliance.
- Conduct headcounts, as instructed by Management, in a timely and accurate manner.
- Promote and support patient safety consistently.
- Demonstrate the ability to deescalate situations.
- Provide emotional support to patients, referring to Clinical.
- Communicate with Nursing and Medical if medical assistance is needed.
- Assist with patient transportation, as needed.
- Conduct urine drug screenings and supervise medication self-administration.
Requirements:
- Safe driving record with a clean DMV report for the last 3 years.
- Must be at least 21 years of age, in compliance with motor vehicle insurance requirements.
Preferences:
- Work experience in the field of behavioral and/or mental health treatment.
- An associate's degree (or higher) and/or relevant behavioral health certification.
Abilities and Skills:
- Adherence to Healthcare Code of Ethics and familiarity with Joint Commission standards.
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Ability to assess potential risks and report critical changes to clinical staff.
- Accurately maintain detailed records of patient interactions, progress, and incidents.
- Strong attention to detail in monitoring and documenting client behaviors to support patient safety.
- Maintain clear professional boundaries with patients while fostering a supportive environment.
- Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods and assist in physical tasks such as client transportation or room checks.
- Basic understanding of addiction, recovery, co-occurring mental health disorders, and common treatment methodologies.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic, dependability, and the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of patients and the facility.
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients and their families, ensuring they feel valued and supported.
- Empathetic to the trials, tribulations, and victories of the recovery journey.
Apply Now!
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We do encourage veterans & active-duty Military to apply, in support of our Military-Veterans in Recovery (MVIR) Program offering.
Salary : $20 - $22
