Job Description
Behavioral/Mental Health Technician Full-Time
Emerald City Enhanced Services – Lakewood, WA
Starting Pay: $21–$23 per hour + shift differentials
Schedule: Full-Time, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:00pm - 7:30am
Make a Difference Every Day
At Emerald City Enhanced Services (ECES), we provide 24/7 support in a welcoming, home-like environment for adults living with behavioral health challenges. As a Behavioral/Mental Health Technician (BHT)(MHT), you’ll play a vital role in helping our residents build stability, independence, and quality of life.
This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to be part of a tight-knit team where your voice matters and your work directly impacts the lives of the people we serve.
What You’ll Do
Provide direct care and daily support to residents in our 16-bed enhanced services facility.
Encourage participation in life skills, groups, and recreational activities.
Assist with activities of daily living, including meals, hygiene, and personal care.
Support licensed staff in implementing individualized treatment plans.
Accurately document resident progress and interventions.
Promote a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment for all.
Assist with meal preperation, serving, and cleanup, along with light housekeeping duties
The Ideal Candidate
Has prior experience in behavioral/mental health, long-term care, or direct support; or
Demonstrates a strong passion for mental and behavioral health (psych) and a desire to learn.
Brings compassion, patience, and the ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Basic Requirements
Possess an active Nursing Assistant-Certified (NAC) or Home Care Aide (HCA) credential in Washington State. (NAR not accepted)
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer
Competitive pay: $21–$23 per hour, plus 5% weekend and 10% night shift differentials.
Growth opportunities: Pay increases and bonuses based on performance, attendance, documentation, and resident engagement. Leadership oppertunities!
Comprehensive benefits, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay
Oppertunities to earn comp time incentives for added time off
Student loan repayment support: ECES is an approved site for the Washington State Achievement Council (WSAC) loan repayment program
Ongoing training and professional development — we invest in your success.
A supportive work culture where teamwork, respect, and compassion are at the core of everything we do.
About ECES
Emerald City Enhanced Services is a small, 16 bed community-based residential setting in Lakewood, WA designed to provide skilled professional care for adults who require assistance with managing behavioral healthcare. It is a home-like setting similar to an Adult Family Home or an Assisted Living Facility, and residents can enjoy an environment that offers many opportunities for social interaction geared toward providing comfort and privacy in addition to maximizing independence.
? Ready to take the next step in your behavioral health career?
Apply today and join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and growth.