Behavioral Health Technician

Crest View Recovery Center; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Crest View Recovery Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to oversee client observation, documentation, and safety within treatment and community housing environments. You will support the interdisciplinary team across care levels and ensure smooth operation of rounds, transport, and group activities.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, with preferred experience in chemical dependency or dual diagnosis, and valid CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years’ experience with chemical dependency and/or dual diagnosed clients preferred.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards is desirable.
• Knowledge of Detox and Substance Abuse is desirable.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and manage clients on shift and perform rounds and bed checks.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in all levels of care.
• Complete incident reports as necessary and participate in staff meetings.
• Facilitate or assist group therapy sessions with clients daily.
• Transport clients to facility, meetings, and offsite activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policy and procedures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Safety and risk management

Compliance training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Behavioral Health Tech training

Job description

Responsible for the observation, reporting and management of clients at the treatment center and community housing as assigned.Assisting the interdisciplinary team in all levels of care.Completing technical log reporting for assigned shift.Performs regular rounds and bed checks throughout shift.Observes and conducts urine drug samples and alcohol swab tests.Observes self-administration of medication and signs medication administration record to document medication compliance.Cooperative and works well with all employees.Maintains customer satisfaction through positive interactions with clients.Transports clients to facility and to residence on a daily basis.Transports clients to scheduled 12 step meetings daily.Transports clients to ancillary service provider appointments as necessary .Transports clients to all coordinated offsite activities including planned events, work/volunteer opportunities.Supervises all client activities.Complete incident reports as necessary.Participate in staff meetings as needed.Answer phone in courteous and professional manner and return all communication in a timely fashion.Light cleaning at the Center as well as the resident houses as assigned.Maintains and adheres to all policy and procedures respecting confidentiality of client’s rights, anonymity, communication either written or verbal regarding client’s identity and situation.Follow all policies of Agency as applicable.Facilitate group therapy sessions with clients daily.Maintain appropriate boundaries and ethical behavior at all times with clients, families and other professionals.Communicate rights and expectations for behavior to clients in a consistent and respectful manner.Performs other duties as assigned.High School Diploma or equivalent. Additional training as a Behavioral Health Tech. (BHT) is preferred.A minimum of 2 years’ experience with chemical dependency and/or dual diagnosed clients, preferably in an out-patient setting.Current and valid North Carolina drivers license. Maintains current CPR certification and First Aid. NCI Plus Certification.Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.Knowledge of Detox and Substance Abuse.Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and in Written Communication Skills.Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws.Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace PoliciesKnowledge of Workplace Violence PreventionKnowledge of Corporate Integrity & Compliance ProgramKnowledge of Safety Management / Infection / Risk Management.