Behavioral Health Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

Arizona Rehab Campus
- Tucson
- Tucson, AZ 85715

The primary responsibility of the Behavioral Health Technician aids with activities of daily living and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor of BHT’s.

• Provides consistent supervision and ensures patient safety.
• Escorts clients to appointments and activities on campus as needed.
• Assists with educating clients regarding daily personal care.

• Accurately observes and documents client behavior, condition changes, and vital signs.
• Reports all significant findings, concerns, and incidents promptly to the BHT Supervisor, Lead BHT or Charge Nurse.
• Completes required rounds and documentation timely and accurately.

• Recognizes and reports behavioral or mood changes, including suicidal ideations, homicidal ideations, self-harm or aggression.
• Uses de‑escalation and "Handle with Care" techniques appropriately.
• Follows assigned observation levels and implements safety precautions.

• Performs housekeeping duties and maintains cleanliness in patient living areas.
• Secures personal belongings and valuables according to the procedure.
• Utilizes proper transfer techniques and fall prevention measures.

• Communicates clearly and professionally with clinical, nursing, and administrative teams to ensure seamless coordination of client care.
• Uses Microsoft Teams for real-time messaging, updates, and coordination with interdisciplinary team members (e.g., therapists, nurses, supervisors).
• Monitors and responds to Outlook email communications in a timely and professional manner, adhering to internal expectations for documentation and follow-up.
• Answers and places phone calls using appropriate codes and protocols ensuring immediate notification to relevant personnel.
• Documents and relays critical client information including behavior changes, attendance issues, and safety concerns to the appropriate staff and supervisors.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional boundaries in all verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Supports a team‑oriented environment by participating in staff meetings, training, and interdisciplinary planning.
• Upholds a client‑centered approach in all interactions, using language that is supportive, empathetic, compassionate, inclusive, and recovery‑focused.
• Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Provides one‑on‑one support and assists with behavior interventions and redirection.
• Orients new clients and supports structured daily routines.

• Adheres to infection control, universal precautions, and confidentiality standards.
• Follows discharge procedures and maintains Clients’ Rights.
• Prioritizes interventions in changing or emergency situations.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in related field preferred.
• CPR/FA Certification – to be obtained within first 30 days.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card – have current card or show proof of applying within 7 days from hire date.
• Handle with Care certification – to be obtained within first 30 days.
• Successful clearance of pre‑employment criminal/county/state background check.
• Successful clearance of pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Successful clearance of TB PPD testing upon hire and annual screening of TB symptoms.
• Attending clinical oversight with BHP once every 2 weeks worked for a minimum of 2 sessions per month.

America’s Rehab Campus’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug free workplace, and complies with Veteran and ADA regulations as applicable.