Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Pendleton Place Behavioral Health Technician

Part-Time 24 Hours Per Week 7:00 am – 7:30 pm or 7:30 pm – 7:30 am

Hiring Range: $20.07 – $24.58 Per Hour

Earn Additional Shift Differentials Up To $1.25 Per Hour!

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: Enjoy extensive health, dental, and vision benefits to support your well-being, with access to top-tier care and services.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take advantage of up to 19 days of paid time off (PTO), plus 2 mental health days and 10 paid holidays in your first year, giving you the time you need to recharge and take care of yourself. (Pro-rated for part-time employees.)
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance: We’ve got you covered with short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, all provided at no cost to you, so you can feel secure in every situation.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: Benefit from student loan repayment assistance and a commitment to your growth with extensive training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Take control of your future with a wide range of investment options in our 403(b) plan. Depending on eligibility, you could also receive generous company contributions to help grow your retirement savings.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support through our EAP, offering resources for personal and professional challenges, including counseling, financial advice, and more.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with comprehensive pet insurance for your cats and dogs, covering a variety of treatments and services.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: Improve your mental and physical well-being with free access to 2MorrowHealth, a powerful app designed to support healthy behavior changes and wellness goals.
• Home Support Services: Whether you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, we offer valuable resources to assist with your home journey, helping you navigate the process with confidence.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: Join an incredible team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support, where every voice is heard and every idea valued.

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Pendleton Place Behavioral Health Technician to provide critical support and assistance to clients living at Pendleton Place. In this role, you will help ensure a safe, therapeutic, and respectful environment for residents, supporting daily living needs and behavioral health objectives in collaboration with a dedicated care team. The BHT also acts as a front-line liaison for staff, residents, and visitors, playing a vital role in client engagement and safety

Primary Responsibilities:

• Greet clients, visitors, and community partners in a professional and supportive manner.
• Monitor the lobby and common areas for client safety, agitation, and behavioral needs; deescalate situations as needed.
• Screen and track building access, maintain visitor logs, and enforce facility entry protocols.
• Reinforce client treatment plans by reviewing alert information and collaborating with the housing team.
• Answer phone calls and route messages; provide accurate information and courteous service to all callers.
• Assist the Pendleton Place Manager with scheduling, calendar management, and communication support.
• Monitor and maintain a clean, organized lobby, reception, and shared staff areas.
• Support residents with daily living tasks, including safety checks, food preparation, inventory, and hygiene needs.
• Document observations, services provided, and incidents in compliance with KMHS procedures.
• Conduct regular mental status assessments and adhere to behavioral support protocols.
• Facilitate coordination between residents and assigned clinicians, providing transportation or support as needed.
• Complete all required paperwork, data entry, and charting accurately and promptly.
• Attend all required trainings and ensure compliance with food handling and counselor credentialing requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE: Entry level (no prior related work experience)

Valid Washington Food Handler card.

LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration

Preferred Qualifications:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.

Performance Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Maintain a working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in MPAC/CPI training and other agency-mandated training
2. Maintain basic knowledge of medical records, IS, and HR procedures and forms to answer staff questions and facilitate problem-solving.

SKILLS:

1. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
2. Communication ‑ Communicates clearly and concisely.
3. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
4. Strong communication skills are required. 
5. Proficiency in handling busy phones.
6. Strong organizational skills are required to prioritize a variety of work assignments. 
7. Communication ‑ Communicates clearly and concisely.
8. Computer skills - Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office environments.

ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member.
2. Work with the public on the phone and in person.
3. Work with people and maintain composure in emergencies. 
4. Work independently and as a team member. 
5. The ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier proficiently.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.

Work Environment: Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods.

Mental/Physical Requirements:  While performing the job duties, the employee is required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, ascend and descend stairs, talk or listen and lift to 50 pounds. Peripheral vision is also required for this position.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.