Behavioral Health Tech , Client Driver

Avenues Recovery; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 100% employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center in Metairie, LA is hiring a Substance BHT/Driver for our Outpatient Program. The role supports admissions, transportation, and administrative tasks to ensure safe, coordinated client care within a recovery-focused environment.

Candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, CPR certification, and experience in treatment; sobriety is valued for those in recovery. The position offers on-site work and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Driver's license and CPR certification preferred.
• If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety required.
• Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of motor vehicle laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.).
• Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment.
• Monitor clients and enforce all policies to ensure safety of clients and staff.
• Record and expedite any critical communication/incidents in a timely manner.
• Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support).
• Monitor transportation schedule, safely transporting clients for admit, discharge and appointments as necessary.
• Collect and deliver all external appointment documentation and lab specimens as necessary.
• Engage clients on peer support level during transport, and assist with any luggage.
• Ensure vehicle is well-maintained, fully fueled, and ready for use at all times.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Empathy

Recovery principles

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical program and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now hiring Substance BHT/Driver for our Outpatient Program located in Metairie, LA!

What You'll Do

• Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)


• Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment


• Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff


• Record and expedite any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner


• Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)


• Monitor transportation schedule, safely transporting clients for admit, discharge and
  appointments as necessary


• Collect and deliver all external appointment documentation and lab specimens as necessary


• Engage clients on peer support level during transport, and assist with any luggage


• Ensure vehicle is well-maintained, fully fueled, and ready for use at all times

What We're Looking For

• High School diploma or GED preferred


• Valid Driver's license and CPR certification preferred


• If in recovery, a minimum one - year period of sustained sobriety required


• Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills


• Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality


• Dignified character that models recovery principles


• Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred


• Extensive knowledge of all motor vehicle laws

Where You'll Work

Avenues Extended Care is an intensive outpatient facility offering outpatient clinical drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. With a robust yet flexible schedule of individual and group therapies and holistic arts, Avenues Extended Care is the ideal solution for those who have completed inpatient treatment yet want continued support as they transition back into real life. The skilled and compassionate staff here provide quality clinical services and medication-assisted treatment, and continuous support as clients ease back to daily living. Our fresh, beautiful facility offers ample space, as well as amenities like a fully stocked client lounge, client kitchen, and outdoor recreational areas. Avenues Extended Care provides a safe, supportive space for clients to strengthen their sober skills and bring their successes into real life.

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:

• 401K with 100% employer match


• Medical Insurance


• Dental


• Vision


• Accident


• Critical Illness


• Hospital Indemnity


• Voluntary Short-Term Disability


• Voluntary Long -Term Disability


• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D


• LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care


• Legal Coverage


• Pet Insurance


• Identity Theft Protection


• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical


• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)

Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!