Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technician

Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County. Boley Centers, Inc., a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, has an opening for a full-time Behavioral Health Technician.

Benefits include 10 paid holidays per year, paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure, and qualified supervision.

Job Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician provides a variety of services for clients living in an assigned residential facility. Services include living skills training, transportation to and from activities, counseling, medication monitoring, and housekeeping assistance. The Behavioral Health Technician is also responsible for maintaining proper records, receipts, and other documentation as required by regulation, policies, and procedures.

Education and Experience: An associate's degree is preferred. A high school diploma may qualify with relevant experience. With an associate's degree or a high school diploma, completion of certification as a Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) is required within the time frame allotted per Agency policy. A bachelor's degree may substitute for certification as a CBHT. Education must be from an accredited school, college, or university. With an associate's degree, a minimum of 1-year paid experience in behavioral health care is required. With a high school diploma, an additional 2 years of paid experience in behavioral health care is required. A bachelor's degree may substitute for required experience. Knowledge of mental illness, counseling techniques, and behavior modification is preferred.

Special Requirements: Valid Florida driver's license required. Must pass a Level 2 background check and drug screen. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Boley Centers is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP.