Behavioral Health Tech
About The Position
At Alsana, we’re a dedicated eating recovery community helping adults of all genders heal with personalized, whole-person care. We offer in-person residential, outpatient, and virtual programs nationwide including adolescent PHP/IOP to meet clients wherever they are in their recovery journey. Our approach addresses the aspects of eating disorders that often go untreated in traditional programs by focusing on five key dimensions of care: medical, nutritional, movement, relational, and therapeutic. Our culture is built on communication, collaboration, compassion, and integrity all essential in crafting individualized treatment plans that support meaningful, lasting recovery. Behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in making healing possible and that includes you. At Alsana, we are a community of hope and healing. As a Direct Care Specialist, you’ll play a vital hands-on role in supporting our clients on their recovery journey. You’ll work alongside therapists, dietitians, nurses, and other care professionals to help implement treatment plans and create a safe, encouraging environment where clients can grow. This is a great opportunity for compassionate individuals who are calm under pressure, strong communicators, and deeply committed to client care.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- 1 year of exp in behavioral health
- Current, valid, and unencumbered state-specific driver’s license
- Adult CPR/AED certification (preferably through American Heart Association), or ability to obtain within 30 days
- ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 30 days
- Able to participate in basic daily tasks and light recreational activities
- Experience supporting or guiding others in a team or care setting
Responsibilities
- Always maintains each client’s physical and psychological safety, including assigned tasks (e.g., taking and recording vital signs, weights, and meals, and reporting results to nursing/physician).
- Completes accurate documentation of observations and notifies supervisor of any unusual findings (e.g., change in vitals, weight fluctuations, or meal refusals).
- Documents client progress per procedure.
- Assists with basic first aid as directed by RN/LVN staff and follows all appropriate documentation protocols.
- Ensures documentation reflects changes in client condition; notifies nursing and interdisciplinary team as required.
- Provides 1:1 assistance to clients in crisis per their care plan and staff direction.
- Supports nutritional needs as outlined by the nutritionist and treatment plan.
- Eats meals and snacks with clients as part of modeling and recovery support.
- Communicates with clients and their families respectfully and clearly; involves licensed staff as needed.
- Drives clients in a company vehicle to outings, appointments, and errands.
- Maintains and communicates client level system; informs licensed staff of related concerns.
- Leads or co-leads therapeutic groups for residential, PHP, or IOP clients, including evening and weekend rotations.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with multiple plan options (Cigna nationwide; Kaiser available in CA)
- HSA plans with employer contributions
- FSA Healthcare and Dependent Care plan options
- Generous PTO, sick time, Covid Time, & 6 paid holidays
- Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability (company-paid for non-CA; CA uses state plan)
- Continuing education stipend for eligible roles
- Voluntary benefits including Supplemental Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity
- LifeMart employee discount program
- Free meals & snacks (position-specific)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
