Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time

Job Category: Behavioral HealthRequisition Number: BEHAV001536Posting DetailsPosted: April 15, 2026Full-TimeOn-siteRate: $18.39 USD per hourLocationsShowing 1 locationAmsterdam, NY 12010, USA Job DetailsDescriptionSt. Mary’s Healthcare has been providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the people of Montgomery and Fulton counties since 1903. At St. Mary’s Hospital, the Rao Outpatient Pavilion and other locations, the local, independent healthcare organization offers the comprehensive, critical services its community needs and deserves. St. Mary’s Healthcare has also been named a 2026 Times Union Top Workplace—the first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since the Times Union launched the recognition program 14 years ago.Job Requisition: BEHAV001536Employment Type: Full-timeShift: NightsHours Per Week: 36 hour/weekHiring Range: $18.39-$24.59The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.Responsibilities Assists patients with performing activities of daily living. Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions. Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan. Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.Complexity Of Work Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.Personal Protective Equipment Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.Education High School Diploma/GED required Must be able to read, write and follow instructions in EnglishRequired Skills And AttributesAbility to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.Excellent customer service skillsDisplays integrity, friendliness, and compassion.Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.Demonstrates flexibilityTakes initiativeAble to work in a fast-paced environmentEmbraces new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).Strong organizational skills.Effective interpersonal skills.Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner.Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills.Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in EnglishEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.