Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - BH Adult

CenterPoint Health - Paris

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Behavioral Health, Adult

Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts

Your experience matters

Centerpoint Health, a part of Lifepoint Health, is a regional healthcare provider serving communities across Central Kentucky, including the nine-county region of Greater Lexington. Formed in 2026 by the joining of four community hospitals - Bluegrass Community Hospital in Versailles, Bourbon Community Hospital in Paris, Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown - Centerpoint Health comprises nearly 1700 team members guided by a mission of making communities healthier.

More about our team

Centerpoint Health - Paris, formerly Bourbon Community Hospital, is a 58-bed acute care facility in the heart of the Bluegrass. The medical staff consists of 140 physicians covering 22 specialties. Centerpoint Health - Paris also offers services in Behavioral Health consisting of a 33-bed inpatient facility. Our multi-disciplinary approach enlists the services of a dedicated team of psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, therapists, nurses, social workers, mental health technicians, recreation therapists, and Kentucky certified teachers. Our Behavioral Health department also utilizes certified therapy dogs in the healing process when applicable.

How you'll contribute

A Behavioral Health Technician who excels in this role:

• Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care.

• Patient Monitoring & Safety: Observe patients closely, document behaviors, and ensure a safe, secure environment.

• Support Daily Living Activities: Assist patients with hygiene, meals, routines, and basic care needs.

• Implement Treatment Plans: Follow care plans developed by clinicians, including leading or supporting therapeutic activities.

• Crisis Intervention: De-escalate situations and respond appropriately to behavioral or emotional crises.

• Documentation & Communication: Record patient progress and communicate updates to nurses, therapists, and the care team.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent). Additional requirements include:

• Nursing Assistant Certificate (SRNA/CNA) preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire

• Handle with Care certification required within 7 days of hire

More about Centerpoint - Paris

Centerpoint - Paris is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Centerpoint - Paris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint - Paris is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."