Behavioral Health Technician

About the role

We are seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support individuals in a residential substance use treatment facility. This role involves providing direct care, monitoring and assisting with daily living skills while ensuring a safe and structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to individuals while maintaining a structured, therapeutic and safe environment for clients
• Monitor and assist with self-administration of medication, ensuring compliance to policies and procedures
• Support and reinforce treatment goals, engaging clients in healthy routines and recovery-focused activities
• Observe and document client behavior, reporting concerns to clinical staff as needed
• Maintain program schedules and ensure clients are engaged in required programming
• Facilitate daily living skills groups and structured recovery oriented activities
• Absorb clients in crisis situations
• Perform administrative office tasks

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Driver's License and Insurable driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment or related field is preferred, but on-the-job training provided
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and adhere to confidentiality regulations
• Strict adherence to policies and procedures
• Treat clients with dignity and respect
• Competent communication skills, both verbal and in writing
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams
• Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems

Qualifications

• Ability to pass background checks and drug screen as required by federal and state regulations

Skills

• Empathy
• Patience
• Collaboration
• Confidentiality
• Professional Boundaries
• Communication
• Microsoft 365 Applications
• EHR Systems

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• Retail retirement plan with company match – up to 6% (full and part-time)
• Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
• Apprenticeship Program to obtain Associate's degree and LCDCII
• Company paid life insurance