Behavioral Health Technician

WisHope Recovery; Brodhead (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Tuition assistance

Job summary

WisHope Recovery in Wisconsin is seeking compassionate Behavioral Health Technicians to support clients through their recovery journey within a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

As a BHT you will provide direct care for clients with SUD and co-occurring mental health conditions, supervise daily operations, lead life skills and recovery activities, and assist with transportation and record-keeping while promoting evidence-based peer-support programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or mental health services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis-management skills.
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to helping others succeed in recovery.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support for clients with substance use disorders (SUD) and secondary mental health conditions.
• Supervise and coordinate daily facility operations, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Lead and participate in client engagement activities that promote recovery, life skills, and wellness.
• Conduct facility inspections, monitor chores, and ensure living spaces are safe and clean.
• Provide client transportation to and from treatment centers, medical appointments, support groups, and community outings.
• Monitor resident interactions, report unusual behaviors, and assist in conflict resolution.
• Support clients in developing independent living skills, including personal hygiene, cleaning, and daily routines.
• Facilitate life skills groups, community meetings, and recovery support sessions.
• Encourage and educate clients on using peer support programs such as 12-Step, SMART Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, and Recovery Dharma.
• Supervise safe medication use and follow all health and safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate facility records, inventory supplies, and ensure compliance with organizational policies.

Job description

About Us

We are a leading addiction treatment and mental health recovery organization dedicated to providing personalized, client-centered care. Our programs combine evidence-based clinical practices, education, and research to support individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our mission is simple: help each client achieve and sustain long-term recovery.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Tuition assistance

About The Role – Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

We are seeking compassionate and reliable Behavioral Health Technicians to join our team. As a BHT, you play a vital role in supporting clients throughout their recovery journey while ensuring a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and support for clients with substance use disorders (SUD) and secondary mental health conditions.
• Supervise and coordinate daily facility operations, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Lead and participate in client engagement activities that promote recovery, life skills, and wellness.
• Conduct facility inspections, monitor chores, and ensure living spaces are safe and clean.
• Provide client transportation to and from treatment centers, medical appointments, support groups, and community outings.
• Monitor resident interactions, report unusual behaviors, and assist in conflict resolution.
• Support clients in developing independent living skills, including personal hygiene, cleaning, and daily routines.
• Facilitate life skills groups, community meetings, and recovery support sessions.
• Encourage and educate clients on using peer support programs such as 12-Step, SMART Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, and Recovery Dharma.
• Supervise safe medication use and follow all health and safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate facility records, inventory supplies, and ensure compliance with organizational policies.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or mental health services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and crisis-management skills.
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to helping others succeed in recovery.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Us

• Meaningful work that directly impacts lives in addiction treatment and mental health recovery.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Supportive team environment with training and mentorship.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.