Promises Behavioral Health, LLC·Nunnelly, Tennessee
The Behavioral Health Technician provides 24/7 oversight and support for adults with co-occurring diagnoses in a residential setting. Responsibilities include maintaining a therapeutic milieu, documenting client behaviors, and assisting the medical team with vitals and medication observations.
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides oversight and support services to clients and staff in a residential treatment facility for adults with co-occurring diagnoses. BHT are responsible for around-the-clock supervision of the client milieu and helping to create and maintain a therapeutic milieu for treatment initiatives. The BHT position is an entry-level position.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
Minimum of one year experience in the addition or mental health fields, preferred.
High school diploma (or equivalent), preferred.
Valid Driver’s License, required.
Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; responds well to questions.
Knowledge of organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgement, be attentive to detail, and maintain positive work attitude.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
Ability to understand and utilize program knowledge, such as the disease model, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed approaches, experiential approaches, CBT, self-help approaches, and evidence based practices in client care.
Ability understanding of how to utilize medical knowledge, complete medication observations, observe and assess detox clients, and complete and document vitals.
Ability to document thoroughly in an electronic medical record.
Ability to professionally interact and communicate with clients, client family members, referral sources, and vendors.
Knowledge of MS Office and office equipment such as copiers and scanners.
Must meet pre-employment and maintain all applicable state and job related guidelines for background screening, fingerprinting, drug test, health screening, DMV, insurance, CPR/Basic First Air, and license/credential verifications.
A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are preferred or required, along with a preference for one year of experience in addiction or mental health. Candidates must be able to apply evidence-based practices like CBT and trauma-informed care while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Market context
In Tennessee, Behavioral Health Technician roles are commonly tied to ongoing demand in behavioral healthcare settings that need direct support for patients and care teams. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already have behavioral health experience, CPR/First Aid certification, and a clean background check, since employers often screen for readiness to work safely and consistently. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, certification, and experience details before applying.
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