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ERC Pathlight Colorado statewide Posted 5/22/2026

Behavioral Health Technician PRN Mid Position child & adolescent

Nursing job in Colorado statewide · Local, Dedicated

36–$58/hrest.
Days · PRN / Per DiemRN licenseer

About This Role

This Colorado-based PRN role centers on providing direct, compassionate support to children and adolescents navigating eating disorders and complex mood conditions. Working from 9:30 am to 10:00 pm, you will facilitate a structured therapeutic environment by leading milieu activities, conducting safety rounds, and assisting with vital sign monitoring. A significant portion of your day involves high-impact interactions, such as guiding patients through mealtime challenges, teaching de-escalation techniques, and supervising daily living activities. This position is ideally suited for CNAs or experienced psychiatric technicians who thrive in inpatient or residential settings and possess a natural ability to maintain firm boundaries while offering emotional support. The flexible PRN schedule requires a minimum commitment of two shifts and two on-call rotations per month, making it a sustainable choice for those balancing other obligations. You will serve as a vital link between the nursing department and the patients, ensuring every individual feels safe and monitored during their recovery journey. Beyond the clinical experience, you gain the advantage of specialized training in one of the most niche areas of behavioral health.

Pay

$36–$58/hr

Setting

School

Shift

Days · PRN / Per Diem

License

RN license

Experience

1 year of direct patient care experience

Route Type

Local, Dedicated

Benefits

Dental, Vision, Paid time off

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Location & Routes

  • Region: Colorado statewide
  • Route type: Local, Dedicated

Benefits & Bonuses

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid time off

Hiring Process

  1. Apply — Submit your application online
  2. Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
  3. Background check — Standard employment and license verification
  4. Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role

Requirements

License Required

Active RN license required.

Experience

1+ year of ER or acute-care experience.

Certifications

BLS, ACLS, and PALS required. TNCC preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.

Frequently asked questions

  • What experience does this ER role require?

    ER roles typically require 1+ year of emergency or acute-care experience. Trauma centers and travel ER contracts may require 2+ years plus specialty certs.

  • Which certifications do I need?

    BLS, ACLS, and PALS are required. TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) and ENPC are strongly preferred.

  • Are night-shift differentials offered?

    Yes — most hospitals pay night, weekend, and charge-nurse differentials on top of base pay.

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Full Job Details

Who We Are At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope. Why Join Us When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us. Mid shift Position 9:30am-10pm with the requirement of 2 shifts per month plus 2 on-call shifts per month The Behavioral Health Technician works under the supervision of the nursing department and is responsible for the direct care of inpatient and residential patients by providing patient supervision and support. The BHT provides support, structure and boundaries. They provide bathroom and mealtime support as well as contribute to the implementation of therapeutic programming. The BHT may be required to participate in on-call shifts based on business needs, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local labor laws. Essential duties and responsibilities: Milieu management, including the following: Maintains daily program structure, by following program schedule Completes observation rounds and safety checks as ordered by physician Works with patients on de-escalation and implementing coping skills per treatment plan Conducts room searches and luggage searches Takes patients out on fresh air breaks Provides patient transportation as needed for medical appointments (may vary by location and program) Takes patient vital signs, weights, urine Specific Gravity (may vary by location and program) Act as secondary support staff in group therapy (may vary by location and program) Provides meal support and bathroom monitoring Completes documentation of patient observations, meals and individual check-ins that occur during shift Assists with morning routine and Activities of Daily Living while patients are in spa/bathroom BHT I must haves: High school diploma or GED (required) Valid driver’s license with safe driving record (this requirement is only for locations that have company vehicles or locations that drive on behalf of the company) 6 months of direct patient care experience (preferred) Mental Health/Psych Tech, CNA (preferred) Teammates working in a Colorado Residential Child Care facility (RCCF) must: be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or be at least eighteen (18) years of age and work directly under the supervision of a teammate over twenty-one (21) years of age (required) BHT II must haves: High school diploma or GED (required) New hires: 1 year of direct patient care experience (required) Valid driver’s license with safe driving record (this requirement is only for locations that have company vehicles or locations that drive on behalf of the company) Mental Health/Psych Tech, CNA (preferred) Minimum of 1 year of ERC milieu experience (required, for internal teammates only) Teammates working in a Colorado Residential Child Care facility (RCCF) must: be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or be at least eighteen (18) years of age and work directly under the supervision of a teammate over twenty-one (21) years of age (required) The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. Colorado pay range $21.47—$26.50 USD What We Offer At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.

Behavioral Health Technician PRN Mid…
Colorado statewide