Behavioral Health Technician Lead
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Healthcare
Psychiatric Care & Support, Mental Health
ADHS
Arizona Department of Health Services
The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona's children and adults. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care, science, public policy, and leadership.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN LEADSalary: $47,792
Work Location:
In-office
Requisition Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Make An Impact With ADHS
Every day we strive to embody our mission with the guidance of our core values: integrity, collaboration, accountability, equity focus, excellence, and dedication. These core values not only lead our ADHS team, but represent us and our commitment to helping Arizonans live healthier lives.
To promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona.
What You’ll Do- Work full-time, 40 hours a week on-site
- Coordinate overall unit activities for psychiatric patients.
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment.
- Lead, train, and guide staff.
- Provide patient care and support.
- Ensure proper security protocols are followed.
- Collaborate with nursing staff with regards to patient treatment plans.
- Work in a 24/7 controlled medical/behavioral health facility under the direction of the Charge Nurse.
- Organize and coordinate unit activities for psychiatric patients, focusing on maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment.
- Train, provide technical assistance and support to less experienced staff.
- Participate in meetings, discussions, and problem-solving processes to enhance care strategies.
- Monitor security risks and maintain a controlled environment.
- Respond to medical and psychotropic emergencies, assisting with safety protocols.
Deescalate situations and resolve conflict. - Assist in patient intake processes, review patient history and address patient rights, complaints and grievances.
- Follow detailed oral and written instructions.
- Be able to work in a 24/7 controlled medical/behavioral health facility.
- Valid Driver’s License
- A valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for one within seven (7) working days after beginning employment
- Attend required training at start of employment
- Experience with quality improvement methods and application.
- Experience with conducting thorough searches within a medical/behavioral health facility.
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field (ex: psychology, social work, counseling)
- CPR and NVCI Certification (you will be trained)
Join Us, And You’ll Enjoy
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance options.
- A supportive retirement plan through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
- 10 paid holidays annually and generous vacation and sick leave.
- Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave (pilot program).
- Tuition reimbursement, wellness plans, and professional development opportunities.
The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
Are You Ready to Make a Difference?
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