Behavioral Health Technician
About The Position
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals in recovery for mental health and substance use disorders? Do you thrive in a healthy and collaborative work environment where you can grow personally and professionally? JOIN OUR TEAM of dedicated professionals in fostering hope and transforming lives. We are seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support individuals in a residential substance use treatment facility. This role involves providing direct care, monitoring and assisting with daily living skills while ensuring a safe and structured environment. The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic and committed to helping individuals struggling with substance use achieve long-term recovery. Develop a career dedicated to connection, compassion, and community. Community Health Alliance is an employer that offers career opportunities with purpose. At Community Health Alliance our employees are our greatest asset so we offer a full benefit program designed to support you and your family.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Driver's License and Insurable driving record
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and adhere to confidentiality regulations
- Capable of strict adherence to policies and procedures
- Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect
- Competently communicates effectively verbally and in writing
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams
- Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems
- Ability to pass background checks and drug screen as required by federal and state regulations
Nice To Haves
- Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment or related field is preferred, but not required (on-the-job training provided)
Responsibilities
- Provide care and support to individuals while maintaining a structured, therapeutic and safe environment for clients
- Monitor and assist with self-administration of medication, ensuring compliance to policies and procedures
- Support and reinforce treatment goals, engaging clients in healthy routines and recovery-focused activities
- Observe and document client behavior, reporting concerns to clinical staff as needed
- Assist with coordination of care as needed
- Monitor program schedules and ensure clients are engaged in required programming
- Facilitate daily living skills groups and structured recovery oriented activities
- Assist clients in working through crisis situations
- Perform administrative office tasks
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
- Retirement plan with company match – up to 6% (full and part-time)
- Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
- Apprenticeship Program to obtain Associate's degree and LCDCII
- Company paid life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
