Behavioral Health Technician I Youth Inpatient Unit

Behavioral Health Technician – Youth Inpatient Unit
Full-Time, On-Site in Bremerton, WA
Hiring Range: $22.90 – $28.05 Per Hour
Additional Pay With Shift Differentials (Up To An Additional $1.25/Hr)
Benefits at a Glance
Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision
Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development
403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth)
Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring Behavioral Health Technician I team members to support youth receiving inpatient behavioral health treatment. This position helps ensure clients' daily needs are met while maintaining a safe and structured treatment environment. The role provides hands-on support to both clients and staff while building skills in behavioral health care and therapeutic engagement. If you're committed to supporting youth during critical stages of treatment and recovery, we welcome your application.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Meet client daily needs related to health, safety, and unit operations.
• Prepare and serve meals.
• Conduct unit safety checks.
• Monitor clients according to assigned observation levels.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly treatment environment.
• Assist with maintaining adequate inventories of food and non-food supplies.
• Participate in therapeutic activities and other clinical programming as directed.
• Observe and assess client mental status throughout assigned shifts.
• Record client nutritional intake, sleep patterns, and vital signs.
• Follow behavioral support protocols as directed by supervisors and treatment staff.
• Complete electronic and paper documentation in accordance with KMHS policies and procedures.
• Complete paperwork related to admissions, discharges, confidentiality requirements, client rights, inventories, tracking forms, and other required records.
• Attend mandatory trainings and maintain required certifications and documentation.
• Support staffing needs within the Youth Inpatient Unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED
EXPERIENCE: 1 year (customer service, social services, or behavioral health)
Valid Washington Food Worker card.
LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire; training p