Behavioral Health Technician

Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay up to $22/hr

Night shift differential $2/hr

Paid Time Off up to 3 weeks/year

401K + match

Health, Vision, Dental, Life insurance

Matching HSA up to $1500/year

Job summary

Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our Ridgefield, WA team. The BHT will observe and support patients in treatment, help maintain a safe environment, and communicate patient behavior to the clinical team.

The role requires a high school diploma and relevant patient care experience or ARS BHT I training. Starting pay is up to $22/hr with a $2 night differential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years patient care experience OR 1 year patient care with an Associate's degree OR ARS training through the BHT I program.
• ARS BHT I training or equivalent qualification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe patients in treatment and report findings.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
• Communicate patient behavior to supervisor and clinical team.
• Adhere to facility program rules and schedules.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients and staff.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and legible documentation.
• Keep clinical records secure at all times.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree (or higher)

ARS BHT I training

Job description

Up to $22/hr + $2 Nights

Seeking professional Behavioral Health Technicians to join our team in Ridgefield, WA!

Starting Pay: Up to $22/hr Depending On Experience | Shift Differential: $2 Nights

Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS) is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company committed to transforming lives through comprehensive treatment. With our advanced approach to patient care, we are seeking exceptional patient care givers like you to join our team. We have facilities in various regions of the U.S., and since our inception, we have been unwavering in our mission to support individuals on their path to recovery. To learn more about our mission and commitment, visit our website at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com.

Recovery Village Ridgefield (RVR).

With a detox facility in Vancouver, Washington and our inpatient facility in Ridgefield, Washington, The Recovery Village Ridgefield is an accredited adult rehab facility that delivers evidence-based, compassionate care for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. This private 80-bed facility offers high-quality addiction care in the scenic setting of the Cascade Range. Serving all of the Pacific Northwest, The Recovery Village Ridgefield is a short drive from Portland and 30 minutes from Vancouver. Discover more at https://www.advancedrecoverysystems.com/centers/recovery-village-ridgefield/.

About Our Organization.

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of The Recovery Village, Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care. While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve.

We value our employees and recognize the critical role they play in saving lives.

When you join our team, you can expect:

• Competitive Starting Pay: Up to $22/hr Depending on Experience
• Night Shift Differential: $2/hr
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks/year | Accrual begins on Day 1 of employment
• Retirement: 401K + match
• Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life
• Matching HSA: Up to $1500/year company contribution, Access to telemedicine services via MDLIVE
• Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program
• And much more!

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is responsible for the observation and monitoring of patients in treatment and reporting duties as indicated and contributes to the welfare of the organization and assists patients in a variety of patient activities. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment. Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following core job duties:

• Communicate and enforce facility program rules and ensure compliance in a firm but fair and professional manner.
• Communicate patient behavior with immediate supervisor and clinical team as appropriate.
• Address problem behaviors as needed through verbal de-escalation techniques
• Adhere to time schedules
• Maintain healthy and professional boundaries with patients and staff
• Ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear, accurate and legible
• Keep clinical records secure at all times

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 2 years patient care experience OR; 1 year patient care experience + Associate's degree required OR;
• Alternatively, successful completion of the ARS training through the BHT I

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adult patients (18+) preferred
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards preferred
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification or in process of obtaining preferred

Benefits

Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex.

It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO.

Other Titles: Mental Health Technician, Recovery Support Specialist, Peer Recovery Specialist, etc.

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.