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Penn Township, Pennsylvania

Behavioral Health Technician (1st Shift)

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$18/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

  • Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – Full-Time | 1st Shift
  • Silvermist Recovery – Renfrew, PA
  • $17.00–$18.00/hour (based on experience)
  • Full-Time | 1st Shift | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
  • Friday–Tuesday

Make a Difference in Recovery

Silvermist Recovery, a Pyramid Healthcare program in Renfrew, PA, is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our 1st Shift team.

As a BHT, you’ll play an important role in supporting clients throughout their residential treatment experience. You’ll help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while encouraging clients as they work toward stability and lasting recovery.

  • What You’ll Do
  • Assist with the intake and admission process for new clients
  • Monitor and document client behaviors, activities, and progress
  • Observe and document client self-administration of medications, as applicable
  • Provide client transportation and supervise clients during travel
  • Coordinate and oversee daily client activities and programming
  • Support individualized treatment goals and care plans
  • Respond appropriately to client needs and assist with crisis intervention when necessary
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly treatment environment
  • Assist with meals and accommodate client dietary needs
  • Establish and maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries
  • Follow all staff policies, procedures, and ethical standards
  • Complete required training and participate in ongoing professional development
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and clients
  • What We’re Looking For
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Previous behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, or related experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
  • Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in crisis situations
  • Professionalism, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others
  • Familiarity with behavioral health standards and compliance requirements is a plus

Why Join Silvermist Recovery?

At Silvermist Recovery, you’ll join a team dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges and build healthier, more stable lives. As part of Pyramid Healthcare, you’ll have access to:

  • Competitive pay: $17.00–$18.00/hour based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Opportunities for career growth within Pyramid Healthcare
  • Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment

Your Work Matters

Every interaction with a client is an opportunity to make a difference. If you’re dependable, compassionate, and looking for a rewarding career in behavioral health, we’d love to have you join the Silvermist Recovery team.

Apply today and take the next step in a career where the work you do truly matters.

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards.

We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily.

COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Referral Bonus opportunities
  • And More!

Want to Know More?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: bit. ly.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician will support clients in a residential treatment setting by monitoring behaviors, assisting with intake, and facilitating daily programming. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment and providing crisis intervention when necessary.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with a safe driving record. Previous experience in healthcare or residential treatment is preferred, along with the ability to obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.

Key Skills

Behavioral health supportClient intakeMedication observationDocumentationTherapeutic environment maintenanceInterpersonal skillsSafety compliance

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$36k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $37k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 5.1
Better work-life than 70% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,305 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Penn

Median resident rent
$900/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Pyramid Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Duncansville, Pennsylvania
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Programs
Referral Bonus opportunities