What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Behavioral Health Technician position at Compassion Behavioral Health?
Compassion Behavioral Health (CBH) is a provider of detox and residential behavioral healthcare services dedicated to excellence in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders. Our mission-driven, team-oriented environment empowers employees to make a meaningful difference while delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients and community.
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Behavioral Health Technician (Lead BHT) to join our Residential Treatment Center team.
Position Summary
The Lead BHT plays a key leadership role in daily milieu operations, providing direct patient care while supporting, guiding, and mentoring BHT staff. This position serves as a critical liaison between patients, clinical staff, and leadership, ensuring consistency, safety, and adherence to treatment and facility standards.
Shift
- 2nd Shift
- Weekends are mandatory
Qualifications
- Valid and clear Florida Driver’s License
- Ability to pass a Level II Background Screening
- Prior experience working with the mental health population (residential or inpatient setting required)
- Previous lead or supervisory experience strongly preferred
- Strong communication, leadership, and crisis management skills
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct care, supervision, and behavioral support to patients in accordance with individualized treatment plans
- Lead and support BHT staff during assigned shifts, modeling professionalism and best practices
- Ensure accurate documentation of patient behaviors, incidents, and interventions
- Serve as the primary liaison between patients and the clinical/treatment team
- Assist with shift coordination, task delegation, and maintaining adequate unit coverage
- Implement crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies as needed
- Promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic milieu at all times
- Act as a role model by:
- Using appropriate counseling and de-escalation techniques
- Practicing active listening and respectful communication
- Maintaining professional boundaries
- Reinforcing positive behaviors and peer culture
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager to meet departmental and organizational goals
About CBH
Compassion Behavioral Health is a private treatment program in Florida serving adult men and women with mental health and substance use disorders. We are committed to comprehensive, ethical, and patient-centered care.
Learn more at: www.compassionbehavioralhealth.com