Behavioral Health Technician

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated PRN Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) to join our youth crisis facility, where we provide critical support and care for young individuals facing mental health and behavioral challenges. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth during their most vulnerable moments, working within a supportive and collaborative environment committed to growth and recovery.

Part-time Shift Available

• PRN shift (will work on as need for call out)
• Below are a few job duties to expect as a Behavioral Health Tech:
• Monitor and supervise youth in a crisis setting to ensure safety and well-being

Cook and serve meals. Follow the facility menu as posted.

• Responsible for completing items listed on the facility Chore Sheet as directed by the administrator.
• Responsible for assuring all residents are treated with dignity and respect.
• Daily chart documentation
• Maintain a safe, clean and structured environment
• Follow facility policies, procedures, and confidentially standards at all time.
• Be familiar with The Wood Group’s policy and procedures to include employee handbook.

What Our Company Offers

Paid Training

Providing behavioral health services to the Mental Health Community of Texas since 1980. Our behavioral health services have been designed to meet the needs of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. We have worked hard to develop partnerships with local Community Centers and other agencies to provide quality services.

The Wood Group staff is trained to provide caring and compassionate services to the clients involved in our programs. We work as a team with the Community Centers or other agencies to provide services to clients so they can return to productive daily living in their community. All The Wood Group subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.

The Wood Group subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 21 years of age
• Additional training in mental health or behavioral support preferred
• Prior experience working with youth or in a mental health setting is advantageous
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others
• Basic knowledge of crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Able to work every other weekend is required