Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Supervisor Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Supervisor 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Lantana, FL 33462

Job Title:

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Supervisor Location:

Lantana, FL Facility Type:

55-

Bed Residential/Inpatient Treatment Facility Population Served:

Individuals with

Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Schedule:

Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 3:00

PM Position Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and performance of the BHT team at a 55-bed residential facility providing care for individuals with co-occurring disorders. This role ensures that all direct care staff maintain a safe, structured, and supportive therapeutic environment while adhering to facility policies, procedures, and clinical standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise, schedule, and coordinate shifts for the BHT team to ensure proper coverage across all units Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance feedback to BHT staff Train new BHTs in crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, documentation procedures, and client engagement best practices Monitor client activities and BHT documentation to ensure compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory requirements Conduct regular staff meetings and contribute to interdisciplinary treatment planning Assist in addressing staff or client-related incidents and complete necessary incident reports Work closely with clinical and nursing teams to support continuity of care and maintain therapeutic structure Participate in audits, inspections, and other quality assurance initiatives Uphold safety standards and ensure consistent implementation of client supervision policies Model and promote professional boundaries, ethics, and trauma-informed care

Schedule:

Full-time position Monday through Friday 7:00 AM 3:00 PM Occasional flexibility may be required for staffing coverage or emergencies

Compensation:

Annual Salary:

$55,000 $60,000 Compensation is based on experience and qualifications Benefits package includes health, dental, vision,

PTO Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a residential or inpatient behavioral health setting Minimum of 1 year in a supervisory or lead BHT role Experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders strongly preferred Current CPR/First Aid certification required Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (if applicable for transport duties) Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with professionalism and composure