Baptist Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support its inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry unit. Working under the close supervision of licensed nursing staff, this role provides direct patient care and emotional support to older adult psychiatric patients within a structured milieu therapy program. San Antonio's Baptist Health System is a 120-plus-year institution with six full-service hospitals, a children's hospital, a comprehensive cancer network, and a robust ambulatory and imaging footprint — offering genuine career depth for allied health professionals committed to behavioral health and geriatrics.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
- Eligibility for benefits determined by employment status and location
Practice Highlights
- Inpatient geriatric psychiatry unit focused on improving and maintaining the emotional and physical health of older adult psychiatric patients
- Active participation in a structured milieu therapy program under Registered Nurse supervision
- Nursing care activities performed under the direction of the Director, Clinical Manager, Coordinator, Charge Nurse, or Staff Nurse
- Close supervisory model supports skill development and clinical confidence for early-career behavioral health professionals
- Part of Baptist Health System — a six-hospital network with more than 120 years of community care history in San Antonio
- System includes a specialized children's hospital with dedicated pediatric emergency unit, comprehensive cancer care network, imaging centers, fitness and rehabilitation centers, and the Baptist School of Health Professions
- Competency-based onboarding with established benchmarks completed within a designated introductory period
Qualifications
- Minimum education: High School diploma or equivalent required; CNA credential preferred
- Experience in the mental health field or equivalent academic preparation required; one year of acute hospital experience with geriatric patients preferred
- Active Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire (ARC or AHA); AHA Healthcare Provider BLS specifically must be obtained within 60 days of hire
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer date into the unit
- No state licensure required at time of hire
About the Community
San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and one of Texas's most culturally rich metropolitan areas, offering a low cost of living relative to other major metros, a warm climate, and a strong sense of community rooted in deep Hispanic heritage. The city is home to the River Walk, world-class dining, the San Antonio Spurs, and proximity to the Texas Hill Country — providing abundant outdoor recreation including hiking, swimming, and cycling. Excellent public and private school options, affordable housing, and no state income tax make San Antonio a compelling destination for healthcare professionals at every career stage.