Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - PRN (All Shifts) | Briscoe

Odyssey House Louisiana•Lake Charles, LA

81d•Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians for PRN opportunities. The role involves providing direct supervision of clients in treatment, overseeing all daily activities, and ensuring comprehensive substance abuse treatment services. The position requires 24/7 client supervision and close collaboration with clinical, medical, and residential staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver's License
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in a related field (Social Work, Psychology, Education)
3 plus years of Behavioral Health Technician in Acute Psych experience
Knowledge of Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholic Anonymous principles
2 years of Behavioral Health Technician in Acute Psych and substance abuse treatment experience
CPI de-escalation training knowledge

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe environment for clients.
Exercise therapeutic communication skills.
Take steps to de-escalate distressed clients.
Observe and document client behavior.
Assist with therapeutic and recreational activities.
Monitor clients' physical well-being.
Provide input regarding client progress to the interdisciplinary team.
Oversee the activities of the facility when there is no professional staff on duty.
Assess situations related to relapse and provide access to appropriate medical care when needed.
Function as a client advocate.
Monitor residents to ensure compliance with daily schedules and safety.
Receive and pass verbal and written feedback to clinical, medical, and other Program staff regarding client activity and behaviors.
Monitor visits from children and family members and provide documentation.
Monitor and observe clients taking medications and inform supervisor and nursing staff of any problems or concerns.
Complete all required documents in client charts.
Complete all Incident Reports prior to the end of the scheduled shift.
Assist with the planning and organization of therapeutic client activities.
Conduct urine screens and complete all required documentation.
Facilitate and supervise all client feedback meetings.
Facilitate and monitor client phone calls.
Facilitate and supervise any community or in-house 12 step meetings.
Complete client bed checks every 20 minutes or as requested and complete required documentation via emails during night runs.
Complete facility security rounds and ensure all doors and gates are locked and secured.
Submit shift reports to BHT Supervisor throughout shift via email as requested.
Contact BHT Supervisor in the event of a fire or evacuation of the treatment facility.
Perform property searches on all new clients and clients returning to the program.
Assist with other program functions as requested, including transportation and monitoring of the front desk.
Assist with providing clients cigarettes as scheduled per shift.
Perform other duties as assigned.