Full-Time
Behavioral Health Technician
Psychiatric Emergency Department
Updated on 8/1/2026
Cape Fear Valley Health
1,001-5,000 employees
Nonprofit regional health system operating hospitals
No salary listed
Fayetteville, NC, USA
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- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- An Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work is preferred.
- Nursing Assistant certification is accepted.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required.
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training and certification must be completed within 30 days of employment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Excellent customer service skills are required.
- Competency working with children, adolescents, and adults with mental illness is required.
- Basic knowledge of age-specific considerations for the population served is required.
- Unrestricted Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification is required upon completion of training.
- General computer competency is required.
- Ability to work variable shifts is required.
- Ability to bend, stand for prolonged periods, walk, turn and lift patients, and use visual and auditory acuity for observation and manual dexterity for computer use and documentation is required.
- Provide patient care that promotes safety, protects patient rights, preserves patient dignity, provides comfort, and supports a positive therapeutic environment.
- Assist with new admissions by conducting contraband searches, orienting patients to their rooms and environment, obtaining vital signs, and securing patient belongings.
- Assist with transfers and discharges by obtaining vital signs and gathering patient belongings.
- Obtain and monitor vital signs, obtain patient weights, and report abnormalities to the nurse.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and toileting when necessary.
- Assist with therapeutic holds, restraints, and seclusion procedures after completing Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training.
- Assess patients through play and group activities and report abnormal findings to the nurse.
- Assist with 15-minute rounding and constant observation, including video, visual, and touch observation, with monitoring and documentation as directed by the nurse.
- Assist with documenting intake and output and graphing vital signs as directed.
- Facilitate Therapeutic Community Meetings and Wrap-up sessions as assigned.
- Participate in educational and performance improvement initiatives.
- Participate in cost-containment activities.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment and serve as a resource for medical staff, nursing staff, security, and other Behavioral Health Technicians.
- Two years of psychiatric experience is preferred.
Cape Fear Valley Health is a not-for-profit regional health system operating 8 hospitals and related care facilities, serving more than 1 million patients each year. It provides inpatient, emergency, and specialized care across areas such as cardiology, stroke, cancer, bariatrics, rehabilitation, and behavioral health through hospitals and outpatient centers, backed by accredited programs and trauma designation. It stands out as North Carolina’s eighth-largest system with a broad regional footprint, a mix of general and specialty facilities, and multiple national accreditations, all supported by reinvestment in community health as a nonprofit. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, safe, and accessible care while improving population health through comprehensive services and strong patient-safety standards.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
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Headquarters
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Founded
1956
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Dunn clinic captures local behavioral health demand closer to home.
- Lillington adolescent unit reduces emergency department boarding for ages 12 to 17.
- Integrated outpatient, inpatient, and telehealth pathways improve referral retention across regions.
What critics are saying
- New Dunn supply cannibalizes Fayetteville visits if access improves faster there.
- Adolescent bed occupancy drops if staffing or credentialing delays persist.
- Reimbursement pressure from Medicaid and commercial payers weakens behavioral health margins.
What makes Cape Fear Valley Health unique
- Largest outpatient mental health provider in Cumberland County and surrounding areas.
- Board-certified psychiatrists and specialists serve ages 3 through adult locally.
- Multidisciplinary adolescent unit adds inpatient beds, family therapy, and evidence-based stabilization.
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Cape Fear Valley Health opens new adolescent behavioral health facility in Lillington. Cape Fear Valley Health announced on July 20 the opening of Dorothea Dix Adolescent Care - Lillington, a new inpatient facility aimed at expanding access to behavioral health services for adolescents in Harnett County and nearby areas. The newly opened unit provides 16 inpatient adolescent behavioral health beds, offering care for teens experiencing behavioral health challenges. The facility is designed to provide evidence-based treatment in a safe and supportive environment. The organization said the addition of this unit reflects its ongoing commitment to improving access to high-quality behavioral health services and addressing the increasing demand for adolescent mental health care. Cape Fear Valley Health expressed gratitude to team members, community partners, and supporters who contributed to making the facility possible. Dorothea Dix Adolescent Care - Lillington is located at 186 Crested Iris Drive, Lillington, NC 27546. For more information about the new service, individuals can call (910) 965-7260.
Cape Fear Valley Wound Care Center-Dunn receives two national awards for clinical excellence. Apr 17, 2026 Cape Fear Valley Betsy Johnson Hospital announced on Apr. 9 that its Wound Care Center - Dunn has received two national awards from Healogics, a provider of advanced wound care services. The recognition highlights the center's performance in delivering specialized care to patients with chronic wounds, which can significantly affect daily life and well-being. The center was named a Center of Distinction for achieving exceptional clinical outcomes over 12 consecutive months, including maintaining a patient satisfaction rate above 92 percent. Additionally, it received the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Clinical Excellence Award for ranking in the top 10 percent of eligible Healogics centers nationwide based on comprehensive healing rates weighted by wound mix. Crystalyn Tew, RN, Program Director of Cape Fear Valley Wound Care Center - Dunn, said: "Find. Treat. Heal. is our mission and daily practice. Chronic wounds can significantly impact a patient's daily life and overall well-being, which is why our team is deeply committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. This year, we have provided over 5,000 patient encounters and more than 600 hyperbaric oxygen treatments. Being recognized as a Center of Distinction and Center of Excellence for 2025 highlights our team's dedication to exceptional outcomes, high patient satisfaction, and improving the lives of those we serve." The center offers evidence-based treatment options such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy to help accelerate healing in select chronic wounds by increasing oxygen delivery to affected tissue. Healogics has partnered with hospitals and health systems across the country for more than three decades to provide advanced wound care treatment backed by research and data.
Dan Weatherly named Cape Fear Valley Health CEO. Contributed Cape Fear Valley Health has named Dan Weatherly as its chief executive officer, the system announced Thursday. He was serving as interim CEO after the retirement announcement of longtime CEO Michael Nagowski. Bladen County Hospital and several community clinics in the county are part of Cape Fear Valley Health. Weatherly has been with Cape Fear Valley Health since 2011 and currently serves as president of Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. He brings more than a decade of leadership experience within the organization, including his role as chief operating officer since 2016. As CEO, Weatherly will lead one of the region's largest private, nonprofit academic health systems, which includes multiple hospitals, nearly 9,500 employees and several residency programs. He will oversee systemwide operations while continuing to guide growth, innovation and patient care across the region. "It's truly an honor to step into this role and continue serving our community," Weatherly said. "The care we provide every day is made possible by everyone involved, from our clinical to our non-clinical teams, including our physicians, nurses and CNAs, our Environmental Services staff who keep our patients' rooms clean and safe, and our Food and Nutrition Services teams who help nourish and care for our patients. I'm grateful to work alongside such a dedicated group and look forward to continuing that progress together." He began his healthcare career as a physician relations manager and quickly advanced into key leadership roles. As COO, Weatherly oversaw operations across all hospital sites, including emergency services, physician practices, surgical services, imaging, EMS and behavioral health. He also played an important role in leading the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic. Under his leadership, Cape Fear Valley Health has expanded services, strengthened partnerships and advanced its role as a regional academic health system. Weatherly said the organization will remain focused on workforce development, education and long-term sustainability. "We are investing in the future of healthcare right here in our region," he said. "From expanding our workforce pipeline to advancing our partnerships with local colleges and universities to supporting the development of a new school of medicine, we are creating opportunities that will strengthen care for generations to come." He added that maintaining strong community connections will remain central to the organization's mission. "Our commitment is simple: to continue serving this community with compassion, excellence and integrity," Weatherly said. "As we grow, we will stay grounded in what matters most - improving the health and well-being of every patient and every family we serve." Weatherly holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from the University of South Florida and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in healthcare administration from the University of St. Francis.
Michael Tart named interim chief operating officer for CFVH. By Staff Report, posted 1 week ago Michael Tart has been named interim chief operating officer for Cape Fear Valley Health. Tart is a native of Harnett County and has been a dedicated member of the Cape Fear Valley Health family for more than 10 years. During his time with the organization, he has served in several key leadership roles, including VP of Ambulatory Services, executive director of Cape Fear Valley Medical Group and director of Finance for Ambulatory Services. Most recently, he has served as president of Cape Fear Valley Harnett Healthcare and president of Cape Fear Valley Highsmith Rainey Specialty Hospital. In each of these positions, Michael has played an important role in strengthening operations, supporting clinical teams and advancing access to care for the communities Bizfayetteville serve. Tart is known for his collaborative leadership style, strong operational insight and commitment to the health system's mission. His experience across both financial and clinical operations brings valuable perspective as he steps into this interim role. During this time, Tart will continue to serve as president of Cape Fear Valley Harnett Healthcare.
Cape Fear Valley Health CEO Nagowski to retire. Contributed - February 8, 2026 Cape Fear Valley Health chief executive officer Michael Nagowski announced Jan. 30 that he plans to retire effective July 1. Bladen County Hospital and clinics in Bladenboro, Clarkton, Dublin, Elizabethtown and White Lake are part of the Cape Fear Valley Health system. Also, under Nagowski's guidance, Cape Fear Valley Health made a $1 million investment in Bladen Community College to strengthen workforce development programs. Cape Fear Valley Health's executive committee, acting on behalf of the Board of Trustees, named Chief Operating Officer Dan Weatherly as interim chief executive officer, effective immediately, with Nagowski helping with his transition. Weatherly has served as COO since 2015 and also serves as president of Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, the system's flagship hospital. "Cape Fear Valley is a much more progressive and responsive health system under Mike's vision and leadership than it was 18 years ago," said Dan Weatherly, Chief Operating Officer and President of Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. "When a leader retires, the hope is that he leaves the organization stronger than when he arrived. The growth and progress we enjoy today are a direct result of Mike's hard work." Weatherly joined Cape Fear Valley Health in 2011 as director of outpatient operations and has more than 25 years of experience in health care leadership. Nagowski has served as CEO since 2008, guiding Cape Fear Valley Health's growth from a county hospital into a fully integrated system that now includes eight hospitals and nearly 100 care sites serving multiple counties across southeastern North Carolina. His tenure has been defined by strategic expansion, system integration and a steadfast commitment to ensuring access to high-quality care close to home. Under his leadership, Cape Fear Valley Health significantly expanded its role in medical education and workforce development. Nagowski fulfilled a long-standing commitment to establish graduate medical education programs, resulting in residency programs across several disciplines with approximately 330 physicians currently in training. Nagowski also played a key role in forming a landmark partnership with Methodist University to establish the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine. The new medical school represents a major investment in addressing physician shortages and expanding access to care for future generations. His leadership extended to major infrastructure and service enhancements designed to meet the region's growing health care needs. Nagowski oversaw the vertical expansion of Cape Fear Valley Medical Center's Valley Pavilion, adding new patient floors, 100 beds and increased hospital capacity. The project included rooftop helipads to improve emergency access and patient transport efficiency while strengthening critical care delivery. Beyond hospital operations, Nagowski championed strategic partnerships and community investments centered on education, workforce development and wellness. Along with the Bladen Community College investment, Cape Fear Valley Health made commitments to the region, including a $2 million investment in Fayetteville Technical Community College to support nursing and allied health education and a $2 million investment in Fayetteville State University to advance education and workforce initiatives. An additional $900,000 supported student health and wellness facilities at Fayetteville State University.