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Mental Health Treatment and Stabilization Center of Sacramento, LLC

Behavioral Health Technician

Pay: $47,915/yr

Posted: 06/23/2026

Location: Roseville, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/18/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$45,827 / year median in California

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description:

Behavioral Health Technician (B.H.T.)/

Support Staff Overview:

The B.H.T. is responsible for the complete care and well-being of the clients while they are receiving services at a Mental Health Residential facility. B.H.T. will maintain open line of communication with staff, attending clinicians and physicians, and clients and families.

Accountability:

Reports directly to

Program Director Duties:

Provides an ongoing safe environment for staff and clients Provides a written daily report on rounds and daily census Oversees and work with clients while in Residential Level of Care Transports clients to and from appointments, meetings, facilities, outings, and other pre-authorized destinations when applicable (Utilizes company transportation) Instructs and confirms the company's rules and regulations to new admissions (Orientates clients) Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and staff Attends administrative meetings Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in work environment Assist with upkeep of facility Monitor clients during Urinalysis Testing Completes and forwards any Incident Reports and any other safety/risk issues immediately to Program Director/Operations Director Works closely with administrative and clinical team to ensure that clients are stable, comfortable, and progressing through their treatment appropriately Complete rounds and check for cleint safety

Preferred Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent. One to two years in a similar position encouraged . Should be proficient in a variety of office hardware (copy machine, computer, fax machine, etc.) and software (email tools, spreadsheets and databases).

Minimum Qualifications:

CPR/First Aid Certification. Valid State Driver's License. Must be registered with accredited certifying agency or do so upon hiring. Must be willing to submit to background check.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods. Must be able to lift 25lbs. Must be comfortable driving one or more clients and able to navigate in the outside world. May be required to ascend/descend stairs. Must be able to complete and pass Live Scan clearance.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person