Behavioral Health Technician

Archway Recovery Services Inc; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 1,300; Full time

Job summary

Archway Recovery Services Inc. in Napa, CA is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support a structured residential treatment program.

The role includes intake, medication observation, detox monitoring, safety checks, documentation, and patient engagement, with emphasis on HIPAA and empathy. You'll wear scrubs and a company badge, work Monday through Friday 6AM–2:30PM, and collaborate with the Residential Services Manager to uphold treatment plans and facility policies in a supportive, safe

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher required.
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving record.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Experience with substance use and co-occurring populations preferred.
• Knowledge of Social Model Recovery and therapeutic communities preferred.
• Must pass background check and, if possible, CDCR clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes, orientations, room assignments, and property searches.
• Administer urine analyses, document results in lab interfaces.
• Monitor detox symptoms, perform CIWA assessments, take vitals, and perform 72-hour checks.
• Support medication management: count, document, observe self-administration, track refills.
• Enforce program policies on phones, passes, visitors, and grievances.
• Lead daily routines: groups, meals, chores, and life skills activities.
• Provide transportation for appointments and transitions of care.
• Complete discharge procedures and turnover tasks.
• Ensure facility cleanliness; perform room, perimeter, and contraband checks.
• Respond to emergencies using established protocols; document in EHR.
• Apply motivational interviewing and de-escalation techniques with patients in crisis.

Skills

Intakes & orientation

UA testing

Detox monitoring

Vitals & CIWA

Medication observation

Group activities

Transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Behavioral Health Technician

Status: Non Exempt

Department: Residential

Compensation Grade: $22 - $29

Rate of Pay & Frequency: Biweekly

Direct Supervisor: Residential Services Manager

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6AM - 2:30PM

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive residential treatment environment. BHTs provide case management services, enforce program norms, ensure patient safety, support clinical and administrative procedures, and assist patients in navigating their recovery journey. Duties include intake, detox monitoring, medication observation, documentation, transportation, and patient engagement. BHTs are responsible for upholding residential rules, handling emergencies per protocol, and supporting each patient's treatment plan with professionalism and empathy. BHTs wear scrubs, non-slip closed-toe shoes, and a company badge while on duty.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct intakes, orientations, room assignments, and property searches
• Administer UAs, track results, and document using lab interface systems
• Monitor detox symptoms, complete CIWA assessments, take vitals, and conduct 72-hour checks
• Support medication management (count, document, observe self-administration, and track refills)
• Implement patient policies related to phones, passes, visitors, and grievances
• Facilitate daily routines including groups, walks, meals, chores, and life skills activities
• Provide transportation for appointments, meetings, and transitions of care
• Complete discharge procedures, including documentation and turnover tasks
• Ensure facility cleanliness and conduct room, perimeter, and contraband checks
• Respond to emergencies (e.g., overdose, suicide ideation, violence) using proper protocols
• Practice HIPAA compliance and document in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Utilize motivational interviewing and de-escalation techniques with patients in crisis
• Uphold professional boundaries and ARS ethical standards
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher
• Valid Driver's License; clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work flexible shifts, including weekends
• Current CPR/First Aid certification, negative TB test, and physician health clearance
• Experience working with substance use and co-occurring populations preferred
• Knowledge of Social Model Recovery, therapeutic communities, and correctional cultures preferred
• Must be able to pass a background check and (preferred) obtain CDCR clearance