Behavioral Health Technician - Second shift
Confidential
Posted: February 6, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide care and support to patients in our Fort Lauderdale facility. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to provide individualized care and support to patients with complex behavioral health needs.
Required Skills
Job Description
Compassion Behavioral Health is a provider of behavioral healthcare services. We offer mental health services, endorsed by the mission of delivering excellence in the treatment of specialty behavioral health and addiction disorders. CBH’s team-oriented work environment has been empowered to make a difference and reflect the input from employees, physicians, and all strategic alliances. The firm seeks individuals who convey excellent care and customer service, as well as an unparalleled commitment to patients, staff, physicians, and community.
Candidate must have a clear and valid Drivers License - Required
Candidate must be able to pass a ACHA level II background screen - Required
Must have experience with the Mental Health Population - Required
Candidate must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent - Required
JOB DESCRIPTION
CBH is looking for a passionate individual to join our BHT department at our PHP & IOP location in Fort Lauderdale. As a Behavioral Health Technician at CBH you will participate in the implementation of patients' treatment plan by:
Providing care and close supervision of facility patients and documenting behavior
Developing positive relationships with patients and co-workers
Following facility policies and procedures implementing treatment plans and providing crisis intervention as necessary.
Actively participate as part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction
Act as a role model in using appropriate counseling skills by de-escalating aggression, using active listening skills, using appropriate tone and volume of voice, providing a high frequency and variety of positive reinforcements, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and promoting a positive peer culture.
Primary liaison between the clinical team and the patients of CBH.
Work closely with the department head to meet department goals.
WEEKENDS ARE MANDATORY!!
CBH is a private treatment program in Florida that is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for adult men and women who are struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. Visit our website at www.compassionbehavioralhealth.com