Overnight Behavioral Health Technician

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Client Monitoring & Support

• Prioritize client monitoring, including conducting house rounds, observing client behavior, and documenting pertinent information.
• Maintain current knowledge of client activities and program expectations.
• Be consistently available to clients for questions, support, and assistance.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating healthy behaviors, professionalism, and appropriate boundaries.
• Participate in program activities with a positive and encouraging attitude.
• Assist with intake, admission procedures, and orientation for new clients.

Medication Administration & Documentation

• Administer client medications in accordance with program policies and document all medication administration accurately.
• Complete thorough, objective, and timely documentation of client interactions, observations, and incidents.
• Utilize sound decision‑making skills, demonstrating good judgment and realistic understanding of client needs and program issues.

Program Operations & Compliance

• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of program philosophy, policies, procedures, 245G requirements, client rights, and confidentiality standards.
• Regularly check company email and program calendars to stay informed of updates and responsibilities.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• Adhere to attendance and absence policies and maintain punctuality for all scheduled shifts.
• Participate in rotational scheduling, including shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Facility Support & Daily Living Assistance

• Assist with food preparation, program cleaning duties, and completion of program laundry.
• Provide safe transportation for clients to appointments, intakes, and discharges.
• Ensure company vehicles are cleaned after use and maintain responsibility for company credit cards and receipts when applicable.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain healthy, professional boundaries with clients and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and client care.

Required Skills and Experience (Minimum Requirements)

• Must be 18 years old
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Complete Background Study

• Know and understand the implications of Minnesota Statutes, sections 245G.01 through
• 245G.22, 245A.65, 260E, 626.557, and 626.5572 and willingness to understand, learn, and carry out regulations with integrity
• CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 30 days of employment
• Must have a valid MN driver’s license

Proficient Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Physical ability to perform the responsibilities of the position which include, bending, stooping, sitting, walking, and lifting at least 30 pounds.
• Be highly dependable; able to work independently

Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)

• Previous experience in human services and/or healthcare environment as related to position responsibilities.
• Direct client care experience with chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation.