BHT LEAD/HOUSE MANAGER

Lead Behavioral Health Technician/House Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt | 022 Direct Care

Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The Lead Behavioral Health Technician (Lead BHT) plays a critical role within

the residential care treatment team, offering leadership and direct care to

residents with behavioral health challenges. In addition to the core

responsibilities of a Behavioral Health Technician, the Lead BHT oversees the

daily operations of the residential program, supervises staff, and ensures the

implementation of individual treatment plans while maintaining a safe and

supportive environment.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Provide direct service to residents, including individual and group life skills training, behavior management, and crisis intervention.

• Supervise and support Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) and Behavioral Health Paraprofessionals (BHPPs), ensuring that they carry out their responsibilities effectively.
  

• Monitor and manage shift coverage, ensuring all shifts are adequately
  

staffed and that staff performance meets agency standards.

• Collaborate with healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses, to carry out and modify treatment plans for residents as needed. - Assist with resident intake processes and ensure accurate data entry into the Electronic Medical Records System (EMRS).
  
• + Ensure that all documentation, including shift reports, incident reports, and
  

medication administration records, are completed accurately and on time.

• + Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the facility, ensuring a safe
  

and welcoming environment for residents.

• - Handle case management documentation and collaborate with collateral care providers to advocate for residents.- Provide crisis assessment and intervention as required.
  
• + Report on resident progress, changes in condition, and any incidents to the
  

Programs Manager.- Reorder medication as needed and ensure accurate construction of monthly

Medication Administration Records (MARs).

• + Maintain a clean driving record and be available to escort and drive
  

residents to appointments and activities as scheduled.

Competencies- Leadership and Supervision

• - Communication Proficiency- Problem Solving/Analysis- Crisis Management- Ethical Conduct- Personal Effectiveness/Credibility- Thoroughness- Teamwork Orientation
  

Supervisory Responsibility

This position supervises all BHTs and BHPPs within the residential program,

excluding contracted personnel.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed

to fumes or airborne particles and some mechanical equipment. The

employee may also be exposed to a variety of patient conditions and

elements. This position operates within an inpatient adult behavioral health

residential facility and involves frequent interaction with individuals who are

mentally ill, disabled, elderly, or emotionally distressed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must

be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of

this job. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear and frequently

required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands

and arms. The employee's vision must be adequate to read correspondence,

computer screens, forms, etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are typically Monday through Friday

from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but may require sporadic after-hours and

weekend availability.

Travel

This position requires travel to all residential homes within the designated

service area.

• - High school diploma.- At least two years of experience working with behavioral health diagnosis
  

Preferred Education & Experience- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field.- Experience in designing and leading psychoeducation groups.- Knowledge of behavioral health interventions and ability to train others.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications- 21 years of age or older.- Fingerprint clearance level 1 card and TB screening annually.- Valid Arizona Class D Driver's License with a good driving record.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a

comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are

required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities

may change at any time with or without notice.

Signatures

Employee: ___________________________ Date: _______________

Supervisor: ___________________________ Date: ______________