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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Behavioral Health Technician- NOC - **Company:** GALEN MENTAL HEALTH, LLC - **Location:** Bellevue, WA, United States - **Salary:** $45,760.0 - $56,160.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Microsoft Office - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4b4962f75e4b1d4c ## About the Role * Associate's orbachelor'slevel degreein Psychology, Social Work, Dietetics or related field, or relevant work experience * Mustpossessa valid WA state driver's license;successfully pass THIRA's Driver Assessment * Demonstratedcompetencyin the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to use various software programs * Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check (Federal and state) * Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends & holidays as needed * Mustpossesscurrent and active AgencyAffiliatedCounselor Registration (AAC credentials) or ability to obtain one withininitial30 daysof employment, * Prior work experience in clinical/therapeutic settings preferred; work experience with eating disorders, trauma, chemical dependency, mood disorders, and/or anxiety disorders preferred * Prior work experience in food service setting or related field * Experience working in PHP, IOP,residentialor IPU environment * Crisis management experience * Experience and literacy with medical practice software&EMR, * Possessstrong verbal and written English communication skills * Demonstrated ability to multi-task * Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision * Maintain focus on THIRA's core principles, priorities, and patient-centered culture * Effectively communicate with all levels of staff, visitors, healthcare professionals, marketers, and the public in a professional, sensitive, and interpersonal manner ## Description Responsible for, under the direction of a licensed mental health professional, working as an active participant of the treatment team by assisting in the maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment. The BHT supervises patients and leads structured activities in the treatment milieu during breaks and mealtimes. Facilitate effective engagement with staff and other patients., * Support and assistlicensed healthcare providers (including therapists, dietitians,prescribers,and nurses)in creating and maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu environment * Observe and report changes in patient's behaviors, physical symptoms, and mental health status to the clinical team * Serve as point of contact for new patients entering the program orienting them to program structure,space,and rules * Participate in milieu activities, reinforce effectiveinteractions,and provide redirection for ineffective interactions * Provide supported interventions in the milieu to facilitate patients practicing DBT skills * Provide one-to-one supervision of patients requiring increased observation * Model and encourage patients to engage in eatingperdietaryphilosophy * Provide regular mealandsnack monitoring and meal coaching to patients * Assist with and/or conduct nutrition-based educational groups on various relevant topics as needed * Observe patient dietary behaviors and report progress toclinical teamas relevant * Accompanyandsafely drive/transportpatients and therapeutic staff on recreational and therapeutic outings and ensure patient safety * Escort patients to the restroom to ensure appropriate use of the facility * Communicate with patients and family members regarding attendance and absences as needed * Maintain infection control standards within our facilityandensure staff and patients uphold procedures and standards as relevant * Communicate needed information across shifts and treatment team * Complete rounds on patients atfrequencydeterminedby clinical team when needed and documentappropriately Addendum B: General Responsibilities & Expectations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function * Support and maintain policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries andpatientconfidentiality; monitor documents according to company and HIPAA policies. * Report any immediate safety hazards to appropriate supervisory personnel or maintenance personnel. * Adhere to WA State Requirements for Mandated Reportingwhen applicable and communicate relevant information to licensed staff * Demonstrate awareness and respect for diversepatientsand staff * Adheres to THIRA Health's compliance standards, Ethics and Code of Conduct Policy and Conflict of Interest Policy * Attend and actively participate in all required THIRA meetings, trainings, and all other coverage, duties, and special projects as assigned * Demonstratedability to exercise discretion and judgement with sensitive and confidential matters, including PII, PHI, and HIPAA requirements ## Related Videos - [Is everything difficult, or is it just me?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/907-is-everything-difficult-or-is-it-just-me) - [Phel, a native Lisp for PHP](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/791-phel-a-native-lisp-for-php) - [How Trust, Healthy Tension, and Sustainable Culture Shape the Future of Work](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1711-how-trust-healthy-tension-and-sustainable-culture-shape-the-future-of-work) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE – PHP Is Alive and Kicking and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1797-wearedevelopers-live-php-is-alive-and-kicking-and-more) - [How to Navigate Professional Relationships in the Tech Industry](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1276-how-to-navigate-professional-relationships-in-the-tech-industry) - [When Humans Stop Writing Code: Rethinking Languages, Compilers, and Responsibility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100105-when-humans-stop-writing-code-rethinking-languages-compilers-and-responsibility) ## Related Articles - [Coding and Mental Illness. 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