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Job Address: 1051 N Canfield Niles Rd Youngstown, OH 44515 BHT (Behavioral Health Technician) - NIGHT Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder | Full-Time 5455 Clarkins Rd, Youngstown, OH 44515 Shifts Available: Night (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) 3 x 12 and every other weekend rotation Pay: $15-19/hr About Solero Behavioral Transitions Solero Behavioral Transitions offers a safe, structured environment for adults managing substance use and mental health challenges. As a dual diagnosis outpatient program, we provide integrated treatment for individuals with primary substance use or mental health disorders. Responsibilities include: Provide direct patient care during overnight hours, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed. Conduct ongoing monitoring for behavioral, psychiatric, medical, and withdrawal-related changes throughout the night; promptly report concerns to the RN. Perform scheduled and PRN overnight clinical tasks, including vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and withdrawal assessment Ensure patient safety through frequent night rounds, continuous observation, contraband searches, and monitoring of visitors and unit access. Support nighttime admissions, patient orientation, and early-morning discharge preparations as required. Facilitate and document approved overnight therapeutic or recovery-focused activities, when scheduled, and provide individual support to patients as appropriate. Respond calmly and effectively to overnight crises using de-escalation, safety interventions, and established protocols. Maintain a quiet, clean, safe, and therapeutic milieu conducive to rest and recovery in accordance with facility policies. Communicate clearly and professionally with patients and collaborate with RNs and the interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure continuity of care across shifts. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Health field is a plus. Demonstration of group facilitation skills, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and treatment. Crisis intervention skills. Handle with Care training/certification preferred, but will train. Why You’ll Love It Here (Full‑Time Benefits) Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision Generous PTO and paid holidays 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs If you’re looking to make a difference in behavioral health while growing your career with a supportive organization, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that’s inspiring hope and restoring peace of mind—one patient at a time. NewVista Behavioral Health is a forward-thinking development and operating company of behavioral health hospitals, substance abuse rehabilitation centers, behavioral health providers and transport operators, as well as outpatient telehealth solutions. The NewVista mission is to inspire hope and deliver holistic care in a contemporary and healing environment. One that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence, utilizing a passionate and highly-trained team of professionals.