Behavioral Health Technician

About the role

Granite Recovery Center is looking for a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct support to clients and the Clinical/Operations Team at the facility. The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for monitoring and documenting self-administration of medication and observing, collecting, and testing urine samples submitted by clients in accordance with policy and procedure. A Behavioral Health Technician is required to fill out the required forms for the testing, report positive test results, and submit forms accurately and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to clients at the residential treatment center
• Assist and monitor self-administration of medication
• Offer clients guidance about recovery using the 12-step model
• Conduct random urinalysis drug testing 2–3 times weekly and as outlined procedurally
• Monitor all drug tests by observing samples being provided via same-sex staff-to-client interaction
• Document all results of each sample provided and have client sign and date the form used
• Maintain records of urine submissions and client data related to self-administration of medication
• Contact the Clinical Director and Residential Director immediately should a conflict arise regarding U/A process or self-administration of medication process
• Report any unusual client behavior or suspicious activity to the Clinical Director and Residential Director
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere strictly to confidentiality requirements
• Comply with all policies and procedures
• Adhere to established standards of hygiene and universal infection control procedures in handling all samples and supplies

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 6 months behavioral health experience, preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• 18 years of age or older
• Current certification in self-administration of medication procedures and related training requirements, provided by the facility
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Excellent growth and development opportunities