Behavioral Health Technician
Flyland Recovery Network • Okeechobee, FL2d
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Behavioral Health Technician
Flyland Recovery Network•Okeechobee, FL
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supports clients undergoing detoxification and residential treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The role helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment by providing emotional support, structure, and supervision in accordance with facility policies, regulatory standards, and individualized treatment plans. The BHT monitors and assists clients, observes and reports changes in their behavior or physical condition, supports daily routines and activities of daily living, and helps with admissions, orientations, room assignments, and discharges. The role also conducts safety rounds and checks, responds to crises using de-escalation techniques, documents observations and incidents in EMR systems, communicates with staff, supports treatment and recovery programming, escorts clients, and maintains residential and common areas. The work takes place in a detox and residential treatment setting, with exposure to individuals experiencing withdrawal or emotional distress. Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- At least one year of experience in behavioral health, substance use, or residential care preferred.
- Knowledge of detox and recovery processes, trauma-informed care, and relapse prevention.
- Valid driver's license; a clean driving record is required for transport duties.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Reliable documentation and organizational abilities.
- Ability to remain calm in crisis situations.
- Compassionate, ethical, and client-centered approach to care.
- Proficiency with EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand, sit, or walk for extended periods, and respond quickly to emergencies.
- Availability for flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- CPI or equivalent crisis intervention training.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and assist clients during detox and residential treatment to support their safety, comfort, and adherence to clinical guidelines.
- Observe client behavior and physical condition, and promptly report changes or incidents to nursing and clinical staff.
- Support clients with daily routines, hygiene, and activities of daily living.
- Assist with admissions, orientations, room assignments, and discharges.
- Model healthy boundaries and positive interpersonal communication.
- Conduct rounds using ObservSmart, head counts, and environmental safety checks according to protocol.
- Respond to crises or behavioral escalations using de-escalation techniques.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA, DCF, facility, safety, and accreditation requirements.
- Document observations, interactions, and activities in EMR systems; complete incident reports, shift notes, and behavior logs promptly.
- Communicate with nursing, clinical, and administrative staff, and attend required meetings, trainings, and supervision.
- Monitor or assist with educational, recreational, or recovery groups.
- Escort clients to activities, appointments, airports, and facilities.
- Maintain cleanliness and order in residential and common areas.
- Support implementation of client treatment plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
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