Behavioral Health Technicians

Overview:

Want to start a career in the Addiction & Recovery field?
We are seeking candidates for our entry-level Behavioral Health Technician 1 position.

Great opportunity for students studying Addiction Medicine, Mental Health Counseling and Nursing to get work experience in the Behavioral Health field.

PRN positions are currently available. Night shift differential.

12-hour shifts 7:00 to 7:00 (am and pm)

Pay begins at $16 per hour and goes up commensurate with experience.

Eligibility for promotion and pay increase after training program.

Openings available for candidates with previous experience as well.

(Min 2 years with HS Diploma, 1 year with degree)

The Recovery Village Palm Beach/Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, providing assistance to people with substance abuse issues, addictions and mental health concerns.

With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care.

Every facility in the Advanced Recovery Systems network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that really work. Our goal is to help men, women and adolescents live healthy, happy lives without the burden of substance abuse or mental illness.

Responsibilities:

The Behavioral Health Technician I is responsible for the observation and monitoring of patients in treatment and reporting duties as indicated. The Behavioral Health Technician I has basic knowledge of substance abuse and/or mental health treatment and will assist patients in a variety of patient activities to include gaining group process skills and assisting patient to gain insight.

Core Job Duties:

Demonstrate ability to perform the following competencies:
Vitals
Urine Analysis Collection
Point of Care UDS
Intoximeter/Breathalyzer
Property Search
Pulse Oximeter
Client Photographs (external camera and uploading into EMR)
Handling Biohazard Waste
Handwashing
Be sure that patient assignments and responsibilities are understood and in progress
Observe and document the patient's progress accurately
Assist patients in gaining group process skills
Address problem behaviors
Create atmosphere in which self-disclosure is encouraged
Adhere to time schedules
Assist patients gain insight into problems
Give patient a clear picture of where she stands with regard to progress toward recovery
Enforce program rules and regulations in a firm but fair manner
Confront counter-productive behavior appropriately
Bond with patients and elicit respect
Adapt to different types of patients
Assist nurses in taking vital signs & document in patient's record. Notify nurse of any abnormalities
Assist patient in managing outside stressors (legal, financial, vocational, etc.) according to the best interests of the patient's progress in recovery as directed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state-specific COVID-19 vaccination mandates for healthcare workers. Team members in our facilities/offices located in states with vaccination mandates are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if stipulated) unless approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Preferred enrolled in college or training for nursing, social work, psychology, or a related degree

Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance stardards

Adult Facilities: prefer experience working with adults

Children and Adolescent Facilities: prefer experience working with children and adolescents

CPR Certification

Standard First Aid Certification

Agency Affiliation Counselor license (WA state only), CNA, MA, or Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) or in process of obtaining preferred

We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues. We invite you to learn more about us at our website.

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.