Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - MPAC

Job Description

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Location: The Behavioral Wellness Center at MPAC

Address: 4001 W Ford Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem

Starting Pay: $19.50/hour + eligible for shift differential

Note: This position is based at our MPAC facility, not our main Girard campus.

About us:

The Philadelphia Model: Addressing Serious Mental Illness (SMI) in Long-Term Care (LTC) will provide highly structured therapeutic residential behavioral healthcare and treatment for frail adults who are eligible for skilled nursing level of care who also have serious mental illness and who have reached maximum benefit from the mental health resources available elsewhere in the community or hospital. The program philosophy is to create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where frail older adults with SMI that may include other complex behavioral health needs and/or prior criminal history – and need long-term skilled nursing services – can receive the care and services needed to address their holistic needs free of stigma. A multi-disciplinary team will provide both long-term care and behavioral health services in this integrated program. All team members will adhere to the Be Well at MPAC philosophy of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and adhere to and exhibit the Be Well at MPAC values of Choice, Hope, Integrity, Respect, and Professionalism

Position Summary:

We are hiring Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to assist with direct care, behavioral support, and therapeutic engagement for our residents. This position is ideal for individuals with a passion for behavioral health, long-term care, and team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with personal care, hygiene, meals, and mobility

Participate in therapeutic and recreational group activities

Support residents in daily routines and treatment plans

Monitor behavior and provide accurate documentation in EHR

Utilize de-escalation techniques during behavioral episodes

Accompany residents to medical appointments and interdisciplinary care meetings

Maintain safety and cleanliness in accordance with facility policies

Reinforce individualized goals using trauma-informed approaches

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in human services OR High School Diploma/GED with at least 2 years of direct care experience

3–5 years of experience working with older adults preferred

12+ college credits in human services strongly preferred

CPR certification required

Experience with psychiatric or addiction services preferred

Must meet requirements under the Older Adults Protective Services Act (Act 169)

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

The Behavioral Wellness Center at MPAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).

Part-time