Behavioral Health Technician - Days

Behavioral Health Tech 8.0 Work-LifeFull-Time

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Arizona Rehab Campus - Tucson - Tucson, AZ 85715The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Technician aids with activities of daily living and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor of BHT’s.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Client Care & Supervision: Provides consistent supervision and ensures patient safety. Escorts clients to appointments and activities on campus as needed. Assists with educating clients regarding daily personal care.

Observation & Documentation: Accurately observes and documents client behavior, condition changes, and vital signs. Reports all significant findings, concerns, and incidents promptly to the BHT Supervisor, Lead BHT or Charge Nurse. Completes required rounds and documentation timely and accurately.

Crisis & Behavior Management: Recognizes and reports behavioral or mood changes, including suicidal ideations, homicidal ideations, self-harm or aggression. Use de-escalation and “Handle with Care” techniques appropriately. Follows assigned observation levels and implements safety precautions.

Environmental & Safety Maintenance: Performs housekeeping duties and maintains cleanliness in patient living areas. Secures personal belongings and valuables according to the procedure. Utilizes proper transfer techniques and fall prevention measures.

Communication & Support: Communicate clearly and professionally with clinical, nursing, and administrative teams to ensure seamless coordination of client care. Use Microsoft Teams for real-time messaging, updates, and coordination with interdisciplinary team members (e. g., therapists, nurses, supervisors).

Monitor and respond to Outlook email communications in a timely and professional manner, adhering to internal expectations for documentation and follow-up. Answer and place phone calls using appropriate codes and protocols ensuring immediate notification to relevant personnel.

Document and relay critical client information including behavior changes, attendance issues, and safety concerns to the appropriate staff and supervisors. Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries in all verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Support a team-oriented environment by participating in staff meetings, training, and interdisciplinary planning. Uphold a client-centered approach in all interactions, using language that is supportive, empathetic, compassionate, inclusive, and recovery-focused.

Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies. Provides one-on-one support and assists with behavior interventions and redirection. Orients new clients and support structured daily routines.

Compliance & Professional Standards: Adheres to infection control, universal precautions, and confidentiality standards. Follows discharge procedures and maintains Clients’ Rights. Prioritizes interventions in changing or emergency situations.

Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent required Minimum two (2) years of experience in related field preferred CPR/FA Certification – to be obtained within first 30 days Fingerprint Clearance Card – have current card or show proof of applying within 7 days from hire date Handle with Care – to be obtained within first 30 days Successful clearance of pre-employment criminal/county/state background check Successful clearance of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing Successful clearance of TB PPD testing upon hire and annual screening of TB symptoms Attending clinical oversight with BHP once every 2 weeks worked for a minimum of 2 sessions per month. Additional Notes: America’s Rehab Campus’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug free workplace, and complies with Veteran and ADA regulations as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician provides consistent supervision and support for clients, assisting with activities of daily living and maintaining a safe environment. They are responsible for documenting client behavior, managing crises using de-escalation techniques, and coordinating care with the clinical team.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a preference for at least two years of related experience. Candidates must obtain CPR/FA and Handle with Care certifications and pass comprehensive background, drug, and TB screenings.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Client SupervisionBehavioral ObservationCrisis ManagementVital Signs MonitoringHIPAA ComplianceInterdisciplinary CommunicationMicrosoft OutlookBehavioral Intervention

Psychiatry Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 36% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician - Days at AMERICAS REHAB CAMPUSES a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Psychiatry (Behavioral Health Tech) — ranked against 156 active Psychiatry (Behavioral Health Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Annual compensation range

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

median 4.3this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Psychiatry (Behavioral Health Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 156 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Tucson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$322k
Typical market rent
$1,425/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.9
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Tucson, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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