Behavioral Health Technician (PRN)

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES • Jacksonville, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Lakeview Health | Jacksonville Florida Drug & Alcohol Rehab is seeking a PRN Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support facility operations and patient care. BHTs interact with patients in accordance with established treatment policies and procedures and may facilitate patient orientation as needed. The role includes monitoring patients, supporting treatment activities, assisting with documentation, and helping patients participate in daily schedules and treatment goals.

The position requires driving patients to appointments and outings, and purchasing patient sundries and miscellaneous items as directed. Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, communicate effectively, maintain records, and function under stressful situations. Candidates in recovery must have two years of continuous verifiable abstinence.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of chemical dependency recovery principles.
• Ability to maintain records and good communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to walk approximately one mile per eight-hour shift within the facility and on its grounds.
• Ability to sit continuously for approximately three hours per eight-hour shift.
• Ability to administer CPR and hold CPR certification.
• Ability to see and hear constantly.
• Emotional and physical ability to function under stressful situations.
• Ability to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to one hour.
• If recovering, two years of continuous verifiable abstinence.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS preferred.
• One year of experience in alcohol/drug treatment with direct patient contact preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with luggage and body searches.
• Monitor and sometimes facilitate Book Studies and Recovery meetings.
• Know patient locations at all times, circulate around the facility regularly, and document hourly checks.
• Ensure patients follow the Bradford Program Schedule and arrive on time for assignments.
• Supervise and sometimes facilitate patient activities as directed.
• Ensure patients are in their rooms at the designated evening time.
• Oversee the medication line to prevent diversion and de-escalate situations as they arise.
• Assist patients to and from activities, medication times, and meals when they are unable to walk physically.
• Assist counselors as assigned and complete appropriate documentation.
• Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures.
• Help patients overcome denial and resistance to treatment and complete treatment goals.
• Manage patient communities, redirect behavior, and document shift reports.
• Attend staff training and programs as directed.
• Assist nurses as directed by a supervisor.
• Drive patients to and from appointments and outings as directed.
• Drive to purchase patient sundries and miscellaneous items, including nicotine products, as directed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with three BCBSAL plans.
• Expanded coverage options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental health support, including an Employee Assistance Program with digital wellness tools and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary pet, home and auto, and family legal insurance options.
• Student loan repayment available for nurses and therapists.
• 401(k) plan through Voya.
• Paid time off.
• For part-time employees working 20 hours or more per week: dental, vision, life, and accident insurance, and telehealth options.

What This Job Offers

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