Behavioral Health Tech - FT

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region-including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center-you'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team making a difference every day.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you're valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.

Excellence. Every person. Every time.

A Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a vital frontline healthcare professional. They assist licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses in providing direct, hands-on care, monitoring patient progress, and implementing treatment plans in clinical, residential, or outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Monitoring: Closely observe and document patients' moods, behaviors, and vital signs, reporting any significant changes to medical staff. Providing Q15mins checks for the patients.
• Crisis Intervention: Safely de-escalate aggressive or highly distressed individuals and manage psychiatric emergencies. BHT's are required to get SAMA training for de-escalation.
• Therapeutic Support: Provide emotional support, assist with coping strategies, and co-facilitate psychoeducational or recreational group sessions.
• Daily Living Assistance: Guide patients through activities of daily living (ADLs), such as hygiene management, eating, and basic life skills.
• Clinical Collaboration: Assist with the intake and discharge of patients and ensure a safe, therapeutic environment.

Typical Qualifications

• Education: A High School Diploma or GED is the standard baseline, though an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work is preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in substance abuse treatment, mental health, or developmental disabilities is highly desired.
• Certifications: Many roles require or prefer CPR/First Aid certification and specialized crisis intervention training.

Full-Time Benefits

• 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee wellness program
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• ICHRA for health insurance
• Paid Annual Leave (Time off)
• Vision insurance