BHT

Sanctuary Recovery Centers•Phoenix, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanctuary Recovery Centers is hiring a full-time, onsite Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) in Phoenix. The role provides direct support to clients in a collaborative behavioral health and recovery setting. BHTs encourage and motivate clients, facilitate activities that promote recovery, and help maintain a safe, supportive environment. They also contribute to assessments, treatment plans, individual and group counseling, and discharge planning. When a registered nurse is unavailable, the BHT is responsible for assisted self-administration of medication in accordance with the applicable policy. The BHT documents client progress and contributes to care plans, works with the team to solve problems and improve care, and attends clinical oversight and training sessions. The position operates within a connected care network that includes residential treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programs for mental health and substance use disorders, and sober living. Employment is contingent on successful background and drug screening and a passing Adult Protective Services registry check. Screening information is kept confidential and used for employment purposes.

Requirements

At least one year of full-time behavioral health experience.
Must be at least 18 years old and provide identification showing proof of age.
Must have a fingerprint clearance card pursuant to A.R.S. § 36-411, or be able to apply for one within 20 working days of employment.
Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid training and certification.
Must pass a background check, drug screening, and Adult Protective Services registry check as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Long-term sobriety.
A degree from an accredited higher education institution.

Responsibilities

Provide direct, compassionate support to clients and facilitate activities that promote recovery.
Encourage and motivate clients as they navigate behavioral health and recovery challenges.
Maintain a safe and supportive environment.
Assist with assessments, treatment plans, individual counseling, group counseling, and discharge planning.
When a registered nurse is unavailable, assist with medication self-administration in accordance with the applicable policy.
Document client progress and contribute to care plans.
Collaborate with the team to solve problems and develop approaches to improve care.
Attend clinical oversight and training sessions, including two hours of clinical oversight and training per month.