Behavioral Health Tech
 Presbyterian Healthcare Services | |
 United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque | |
| 1100 Central Avenue Southeast (Show on map) | |
 Nov 02, 2026 | |
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Location Address: 8300 Constitution Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87110-7613Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $16.37 Maximum Offer $24.89Summary: Join the behavioral health team at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital and make a meaningful difference for patients and families navigating mental health challenges. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you'll work alongside nurses and other members of the behavioral health care team to provide compassionate, patient-centered support in a safe and therapeutic environment.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Responsibilities: *Works as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the treatment and care of patients hospitalized with a broad spectrum of behavioral health issues and diagnoses, such as substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal or homicidal behaviors, mental instability, or physical, sexual or emotional abuse.*Observes patient mood, behaviors and interactions, performs patient rounds and precautionary checks, and assists with activities of daily living and patient care procedures as indicated under the direction of a licensed nurse. *Performs activities to maintain a clean, organized, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment Qualifications: Specialized training in basic patient care preferred (e.g. CNA, MA, military medical training, NA, NT, nursing student who has completed skills labs or has at least 6 months experience in direct patient care)We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses. | |