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Diamond Nourish
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$32,733 / year median in Georgia
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Our Behavioral Health Technician's focus is to be an extension of clinical and medical staff at the treatment center. They observe all patient activity and report back all of their findings to the appropriate departments. A BHT will also be responsible for completing intakes for new patients just entering the program. It is of the utmost importance to represent our center as a safe and comfortable place for any individual struggling to heal from the circumstances that brought them to us. We deal with any individual who struggles with substance abuse and alcoholism. The BHT is also responsible for driving the company vehicles to ensure clients arrive safely to our center or to a lower level of care to continue their treatment. This position is full-time opportunity for second shift role, Fri-Tues, 3pm-11pm . Diamond Nourish is looking for motivated individuals who have a passion for helping others and are looking to grow within our company.