Behavioral Health Technician | Behavioral Health Services
Gateway Regional Medical Center - Granite City, IL
Part-Time | Nights | $16.20–$24.30/hr
Be a steady, supportive presence for patients on their hardest days - on a part-time schedule.
Gateway Regional Medical Center is looking for a part-time Behavioral Health Technician to join our Behavioral Health Services team on nights. You'll work directly with patients facing mental health, behavioral, or substance use challenges - supporting treatment plans, leading therapeutic activities, and providing the kind of consistent, compassionate presence that helps people feel safe and supported.
This is a great fit for someone with patience, empathy, and strong communication skills who wants meaningful, hands-on work in behavioral health without a full-time commitment.
What You'll Do
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Assist in implementing patient treatment plans
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Monitor and document patient behavior and progress
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Lead therapeutic activities that support coping skills and treatment goals
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De-escalate crisis situations calmly and safely
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Provide emotional support to patients throughout their care
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Collaborate closely with therapists, nurses, and the broader care team
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Help maintain a safe, supportive unit environment
What You Bring
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Current BLS certification (AHA or American Red Cross)
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Willingness to complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training within 1 month of hire
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Previous behavioral health experience preferred
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Strong communication, patience, and empathy
Why Gateway Regional
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Competitive pay: $16.20–$24.30/hr, based on experience and qualifications
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Performance-based incentives
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Employer-matched retirement savings plan
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A supportive, inclusive work environment
We're a community hospital with a mission that goes beyond the job description: compassionate, personalized care, delivered by people who genuinely want to be here. If that sounds like you, we'd love to talk.
Final compensation is determined in partnership with HR based on experience, certifications, and skills relevant to the role.
