Behavioral Health Technician

AHG MASTER • Paradise, NV

17d • $17 - $20

About The Position

Aliya Health Group is a nationwide network of addiction treatment centers known for diverse, evidence-based programs for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. With a highly personalized clinical approach to treatment and a full continuum of care, we provide clients with the tools needed to build a life in recovery that’s enjoyable, fulfilling, and hopeful. Our nationally accredited treatment centers include Footprints to Recovery, Vogue Recovery Center, Royal Life Centers, and South Coast Behavioral Health. Position: Behavioral Health Technician | Vogue Recovery Center | Las Vegas, NV | Per Diem| Must be 25 years of age (Requirement to drive company vans) | SATURDAY AND SUNDAY SHIFT SWING |THIS IS AN ON-CALL POSITION. YOU WILL BE GIVEN ADVANCE NOTICE FOR COVERAGE| Position Overview The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) will monitor clients, transport them for treatment, communicate and document all occurrences, and help to provide a safe, caring environment in which the clients can recover. BHT’s spend more direct time with the clients than any other position, and as such, are the lead role models in helping the clients to rebuild new lives. Requires maintaining a positive, productive attitude, even when clients may be argumentative or non- compliant.

Requirements

• Proven experience in mental health
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record, as determined by Vogue’s insurance carrier
• Ability to operate 15-passenger van
• Must be 25 years of age (requirement to drive company vans)
• Knowledge of Windows, basic email, Microsoft Word, timekeeping software, and basic computer navigational skills.
• Ability to write professional correspondence and reports free from grammatical and spelling mistakes.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret emails, letters, policies, procedures, etc.
• Shift Flexibility
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Team player
• High level of patience
• Active CPR/First Aid and MUST be BLS certified

Nice To Haves

• Professional and/or personal experience with substance abuse treatment highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor/supervise clients at all times. IE: Recovery Community, 12 step meetings, gym, outside activities, Outpatient Clinic, wherever and whenever you are in the presence of active program participants.
• Ensure that clients adhere to facility rules. Guidance and assurance of program guidelines and requirements .
• Support & Intervention - verbally support clients as needed in times of confusion, discontent, and disappointment, helping them to understand the value of the treatment experience while maintaining appropriate boundaries. De-escalation of situations through nonviolent crisis interventions and personal commitment to their wellbeing.
• Transport clients and/or staff to and from a variety of destinations at the direction and discretion of your immediate supervisor or designee.
• Record Keeping/Documentation – daily shift reports, client behavioral incidents and any consequences given to clients or turned in to staff, maintenance needs, forms or documents used by VRC during a treatment episode.
• Perform inventory on office supplies and food, shop as needed. Making sure all supplies are kept adequately stocked and being certain to inform appropriate parties when supplies are low.
• Computer filing into electronic medical record (RTC locations)
• Prepare rooms/units for new clients - When a client discharges treatment, his/her unit must be prepared for the next client, including but not limited to laundry, bedding, sanitizing all areas and cleaning refrigerator.
• Help maintain a clean facility being sure that all trash is emptied, staff areas are kept clean and tidy, outside facility areas are kept debris free, IE: cigarette butts, fallen fruit, cups or any other items not in their appropriate place. General housekeeping as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed