About this role
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Location: Newport News, VA
Schedule: Full-Time | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Make a Difference in Someone's Recovery
Pyramid Healthcare in Newport News is seeking compassionate and dependable Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to join our team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment.
As a BHT, you'll provide direct client support, help maintain a safe and structured treatment environment, and work alongside a multidisciplinary team to support each client's recovery.
Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct care, supervision, and support to clients throughout their treatment experience. This role plays an important part in maintaining a therapeutic environment, encouraging client engagement, and helping individuals follow their individualized treatment plans.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with the intake and admission process for new clients.
- Provide direct client support, actively listen to client needs, and communicate concerns to the appropriate team members.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive treatment environment, including responding to behavioral or crisis situations when necessary.
- Coordinate and facilitate scheduled activities, including educational lectures, recreational activities, and group meetings.
- Complete required bed checks and maintain accurate shift reports and client documentation.
- Communicate important client updates during shift changes and participate in team and company meetings.
- Encourage clients to follow daily schedules and individualized treatment plans.
- Monitor the medication line in accordance with program policies and procedures.
- Transport clients to recovery meetings, appointments, and recreational activities as needed.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, human services, residential care, or a related field preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and contribute to a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
- Dependable, team-oriented, and comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Join Our Team
If you're interested in building a career in behavioral healthcare and making a positive impact on individuals working toward recovery, we encourage you to apply today!
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.
Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
- And More!
Want to know more?
To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers .
Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.