Behavior Technician II - FACT Team

Lakeview Center Inc.; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,206; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Lakeview Center Inc. in Pensacola, Florida, is seeking a Behavior Health Technician to support adults and children in overcoming substance abuse and mental health challenges. Responsibilities include assisting clients with daily living activities, establishing positive relationships, and implementing treatment plans.

Education requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, and preferred experience in a behavioral health setting. The position offers pay ranging from $15.00 to $16.12 per hour based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain CPR certification.
• One year of experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
• Ability to work in other behavioral health programs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist counselors and nursing personnel by providing clinical support.
• Establish positive relationships with clients.
• Monitor and document client progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to assist with daily living activities

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Lakeview Center provides comprehensive behavioral health care to adults and children with mental illnesses, drug and alcohol dependencies, and intellectual disabilities. Across Northwest Florida, our services range from residential treatment to outpatient counseling, psychiatry, trauma care, treatments for substance misuse and 24/7 support for those with serious mental illnesses. Learn more at elakeviewcenter.org.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Term Life
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Group Critical Illness Insurance
• Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discount Program
• Teladoc

Role Responsibilities

The Behavior Health Technician assists counselors, therapeutic staff, and nursing personnel by providing clinical support to adults and children receiving substance abuse, mental health, or co‑occurring disorder services in residential programs, inpatient settings, day/evening programs, outpatient programs, and community-based programs. Responsibilities include: establishing a positive helping relationship with clients; assisting with activities of daily living, accessing needed resources, and building functional, pro‑social relationships; ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of clients; implementing specific interventions according to treatment or service plans; monitoring and documenting client progress.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
• Must be able to obtain CPR certification.
• Must be able to pass CPI training.
• Must be able to provide individualized, integrated mental health, substance abuse, and co‑occurring services to meet client needs and their families.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in other behavioral health programs as needed.
• Must be able to pass Organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under the corporate policy.

Compensation

Base pay ranges from $15.00 to $16.12 per hour, based on experience.

Application

To apply, visit https://www.lifeviewgroup.org/careers-overview and complete the online application. For assistance, call Human Resources at 850-495-3512.

Equal Opportunity Statement

LifeView Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Drug‑free workplace; drug testing required. A Level II background screening is required.

Additional Information

For more information on the Level II background screening, refer to HB531, Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.