Behavioral Health Technician
WisHope Recovery•Town of Decatur, WI
•$18 - $20
About The Position
Behavioral Health Technicians supervise and coordinate the recovery facility, oversee daily operations, and coordinate facility tasks. They support clients receiving care for substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health conditions, helping them build daily living skills and sustain long-term recovery. The role includes monitoring the facility and residents, supporting community-based recovery activities, and providing transportation to clinics, appointments, grocery shopping, support groups, and other destinations as needed.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily facility operations and coordinate daily facility tasks.
- Conduct inspections related to chore assignments and daily living, and search clients’ personal property.
- Provide transportation to clinics, appointments, grocery shopping, support groups, and other destinations as needed.
- Provide care for clients presenting with primary SUD and secondary mental health conditions.
- Engage residents in edifying and stimulating conversations and activities.
- Observe and report unusual behaviors and potential conflicts between residents.
- Assist clients with completing and improving daily living skills.
- Prepare bedrooms for new residents and monitor room cleanliness and availability of needed items, including linens, hygiene products, and clean clothes.
- Ensure residents respect and maintain common areas, including the kitchen and living room, and follow facility rules such as curfew and lights-out hours.
- Monitor the proper use and functioning of appliances and other equipment, and report unusual activities that may pose safety or nuisance concerns for clients or neighbors.
- Maintain an inventory of supplies, including cleaning supplies, furniture, and keys.
- Coordinate and hold facility meetings, community meetings, and a weekend wrap-up or life-skills groups.
- Welcome and introduce new clients to existing residents.
- Communicate in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Educate and encourage clients to use community-based recovery tools, facilitate applicable workbooks, and provide continued support and engagement.
- Supervise medication.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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