Behavioral Health Technician FT Nights

The Recovery Village • Raytown, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. The Recovery Village Kansas City (KCR) is an addiction treatment center with a continuum of care for anyone struggling with substance use disorders. We offer a holistic treatment approach to addiction and treatment for co-occurring conditions. Our 80-bed treatment center in Kansas City is dedicated to providing all levels of care, including medical detox, residential treatment and outpatient programs. Our facility is located in tranquil, convenient Raytown, Missouri and is about 30 minutes from the Kansas City International Airport. The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for the observation and monitoring of patients in treatment and reporting duties as indicated and contributes to the welfare of the organization and assists patients in a variety of patient activities. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• In lieu of Associate degree, minimum two (2) years’ experience in BHT or similar patient care role required.
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards required

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree and minimum one (1) year experience in BHT or similar patient care role preferred
• Experience working with adult patients (18+) preferred.
• Prior experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services in roles with emphasis involving direct customer or client service experience, strongly preferred.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification or in process of obtaining preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and enforce facility program rules and ensure compliance in a firm but fair and professional manner.
• Communicate patient behavior with immediate supervisor and clinical team as appropriate.
• Address problem behaviors as needed through verbal de-escalation techniques.
• Adhere to time schedules
• Maintain healthy and professional boundaries with patients and staff
• Ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear, accurate and legible.
• Keep clinical records secure at all times.
• Good driving record required to take patients to other medical appointment outside our facility.

Benefits

• FT Nights Available, $2.00 Night Differential
• Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 2 weeks of paid time off per year plus sick pay & holiday pay
• Retirement: 401K + match
• Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life & Telemedicine MDLive.
• Matching HSA -up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA.
• Employee Referral Bonus you can earn up to $4,000
• Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program
• Enjoy discounted meal benefits as part of your comprehensive employee package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED