Behavioral Health Technician

Join our mission to help individuals with mental health disorders lead healthy and productive lives.

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) has an immediate opening for full- and part-time Behavioral Health Technician to support individuals in our brand-new Receiving Center (RC) — a first-of-its-kind initiative providing rapid response, short-term stabilization, and coordinated follow-up for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Be part of this exciting new program from the very beginning!

We have an immediate opening for 1st shift Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Wednesday, Thursday 2nd Shift.

In addition to the base hourly pay, the following differentials apply:

• 1st Shift: +$0.75/hour

• 2nd Shift: +$1.25/hour

• 3rd Shift: +$1.75/hour

• Weekend Days (Fri 3:00 pm – Mon 7:00 am): Additional +$1/hour

About the Crisis Receiving Center

The Hamilton County RC is a unique and innovative model designed to provide an alternative to emergency rooms or incarceration for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. This project is a partnership with local law enforcement, aimed at providing rapid intervention and high-quality care.

Why Work at Gcbhs?

As the region’s most comprehensive community behavioral healthcare organization, GCBHS seeks to make life better and brighter for those challenged with severe mental illness and addiction. We are a non-profit with over 650 staff serving 30,000+ individuals annually.

Benefits Include

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Flexible schedules + mileage reimbursement

• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility

• State Funded Bonus eligibility

• Full health, dental & vision benefits

• 403(b) Retirement with agency match

• Tuition Assistance (up to $2,500 per semester for MSW/MA Counseling)

• Free CEUs + License Supervision

• Internship/Practicum opportunities (priority for current staff)

• Annual discretionary performance bonuses

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct support and supervision to individuals experiencing mental health or substance use crises. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, trauma-informed environment while supporting client engagement, safety monitoring, and crisis de-escalation.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide observation, engagement, and crisis support

• Assist with safety monitoring, de-escalation, and intake/orientation

• Accurately document client interactions and incidents

• Communicate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Promote trauma-informed and culturally competent care

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma (required)

• Experience with mental health or substance use populations preferred

• Flexibility, professionalism, and resilience in fast-paced settings

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for extended periods (up to 12hr shifts)
• Must be physically able to participate in appropriate and approved crisis management techniques.
• Adequate hearing and vision to assess patient behavior, respond to alarms, and observe
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment that may include exposure to unpredictable behaviors.
• Must possess the physical and mental endurance to respond to prolonged crises or emergencies without a decline in performance or judgment

Location: Cincinnati, OH – Crisis Receiving Center