Behavioral Health Technician

KVC Health Systems
Olathe, KS, US
$25,5 an hour
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

The BHT supports patients with mental health disorders, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse by assisting with daily living activities and implementing therapeutic interventions under clinician supervision.

Mental / Behavioral Health Technician Day Shift : (7 : 30a-3 : 30p Sunday-Tuesday or Tuesday -Saturday)

Key Responsibilities :

  • Patient Care : Assist with hygiene, meal prep, and medication management; monitor and document patient behavior and well-being.
  • Behavioral Support : Implement individual treatment plans and help patients develop coping skills.
  • Crisis Intervention : Respond to crises, ensuring patient safety and de-escalating situations.
  • Documentation : Maintain accurate, confidential records of patient interactions and treatment progress.
  • Collaboration : Work with healthcare professionals on treatment planning; attend team meetings.
  • Education and Support : Educate patients and families about mental health; facilitate group therapy and workshops.
  • Compliance : Follow regulations and policies, including HIPAA and safety protocols.

Qualifications :

  • Education : High school diploma required; associate's degree in a related field preferred.
  • Experience : Prior experience in behavioral health is preferred.
  • Skills : Strong communication, teamwork, crisis intervention, empathy, and documentation skills.
  • Certifications : CPR / First Aid certification required; additional certifications like CBHT are a plus.
  • Physical Requirements : Ability to stand, walk, and occasionally lift.
  • Working Conditions : May work in clinical, residential, or community settings with potential exposure to challenging behaviors;

flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, may be required.

Pay starts at $17.00 and hour with an earning potential of up to $25.50 based on education, experience in the field and shift.

We have full-time, part-time and PRN positions available.

Other shifts available :

Behavioral Health Technician-Evenings (3 : 30-11 : 30p)

Behavioral Health Technician-Overnights (11 : 30p-7 : 30a)

Available shift differentials :

Weekday evenings : $3.00

Weekend (Friday at 7pm-Monday 7am) $2.00

Overnight $2.00

Please note that these differentials compound upon one another, so if someone would be working overnights on the weekend, they would be making $2.

50 on top of their base pay. If they would work a weekend evening shift, they could earn up to $4.50 an hour over the base pay.

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