Recovery Care Specialist (Behavioral Health Technician)

Aster Springs • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Recovery Care Specialist (Behavioral Health Technician) at Aster Springs plays a crucial role in providing emotional support and care to clients dealing with eating disorders. This position involves direct interaction with clients, facilitating their daily activities, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment. The specialist will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to implement evidence-based practices and contribute to the overall well-being of clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mental health or social work field preferred.
• Active First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Documented proof of MMR and HEP B vaccinations.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; working knowledge of CRM preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Excellent time management skills and customer service.
• Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral health or eating disorder treatment settings.
• Knowledge of nutritional philosophy and body image issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support, encouragement, and care to clients throughout the day/night.
• Facilitate necessary shift communication with the supervisor.
• Participate in on-call rotation for the RCS position.
• Attend and incorporate training on de-escalation, grounding, and processing into job performance.
• Work with the treatment team to present a unified approach to clients.
• Recognize the need for clients to process emotions and engage appropriately.
• Communicate information and concerns from processing to the therapist/treatment team.
• Build rapport and maintain professional boundaries with clients.
• Follow emergency intervention protocols for self-harm situations.
• Encourage clients to participate in daily programming and activities.
• Drive clients to appointments and outings in company vehicles.
• Document meal/snack/beverage completion and complete time sheets daily.

Benefits

• Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence.
• Multiple career development pathways.
• Company-supported continuing education and certification.
• PPO & HDHP health plan options.
• Flexible dental and vision plan options.
• 100% company paid EAP emotional well-being support.
• 100% company paid critical illness insurance.
• 100% company paid life and ADD insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Company-sponsored HSA, FSA, & DSA tax savings accounts.
• Generous team member referral program.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree