Behavioral Health Technician

Avenues Recovery

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with 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 L

ong Term Care

Legal Coverage

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Prog

ram

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Med

Dependent Care FSA (DCF)

Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician in Norfolk, VA, to manage daily residential operations, support the BHT team, and safeguard client wellbeing in a warm recovery environment. The role requires a strong leader with empathetic communication and a commitment to recovery principles.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, CPR certification preferred, and, if in recovery, at least one year of sobriety.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required.
Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries.
Dignified, honest character aligned with recovery principles.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily residential operations (intake, supervision, events, transportation, meals, medications).
Train and support BHT team across operations.
Escalate concerns or crises to Lead Behavioral Health Technician.
Maintain a warm, positive recovery environment and client engagement.
Ensure client and BHT compliance with all rules and policies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

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 curriculum 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!

What You'll Do

Manage all daily residential operations (i.e. Intake, supervision, events, transportation, food service, medications etc.)
Train and support BHT team in all operations and responsibilities
Escalate any concerns or crises to Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Oversee client engagement and morale, maintaining a warm and positive recovery environment
Ensure client and BHT compliance to all Avenues rules, policies and procedures

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 is required.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries
Dignified, honest character which models recovery principles

Where You'll Work

Avenues Recovery Center at Norfolk is an inpatient detox and residential facility in Norfolk, VA, area! We are now hiring BHTs for a few shifts.

Why Join Us?

Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person 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: