Behavioral Health Technician

Job description

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) t o provide direct support and supervision within our inpatient behavioral health, mental health, and substance use treatment programs. This role focuses on patient safety, engagement, and daily operational support while fostering a structured, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment. The Recovery Support Specialist serves as a key member of the treatment team, spending significant time with patients to build rapport, observe behaviors, and support clinical and medical staff through accurate communication and documentation. Position Details: - Reporting To: Director of Operations - Schedule: Part-time, 24 hours/week, Friday-Sunday - Location: Laurel Run, PA Key Responsibilities: Patient Supervision & Safety: - Provide continuous patient supervision and conduct scheduled safety checks to ensure patient and facility safety. - Monitor patient behavior and environmental conditions, document observations, and promptly report concerns, incidents, or changes to clinical or medical staff. - Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques and follow emergency proto...