Behavioral Health Technician

Ikaretreatmentcenter; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Technician to join their team. This role involves providing client care services, facilitating meetings, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients in a behavioral healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. With opportunities for advancement and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those in recovery. If you are dedicated and passionate about helping others, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting.
• Experience in overseeing activities and assisting medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates meetings and provides structure during client activities.
• Assists clients in adjusting to program routines and monitors their safety.
• Completes all paperwork accurately and timely, including incident reports.

Skills

Client Care Services

Communication Skills

Documentation

Emergency Response

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Our Company is seeking an EXPERIENCED Behavioral Health Technician (BHT).

Our ideal candidate will go the extra mile, be a team player, have prior medical and substance abuse experience providing client-care services in a behavioral healthcare setting, and be a detailed-oriented individual with at least two years of experience. The technician is responsible for facilitating meetings and providing structure for, during, and after hours and weekend activities.

Additional Duties:

• The Behavioral Health Tech assists in the admission process, answers client questions, and assists clients in adjusting to the program routine. They are the liaison between the client and staff to report any changes in the clients' physical or mental condition and are responsible for supervising clients with emphasis on client safety and wellbeing.
• Assists with new client admissions and orientation procedures and schedules.
• Records inventory log of all personal belongings, valuables, and return tickets, which are kept in the safe.
• Facilitates all orientation groups with clients.
• Fills out required lab requisitions per protocol.
• Monitors client locations at all times.
• De-escalates AMA and other client problems.
• Participates in all scheduled staff meetings.
• Provides liaison with staff and other techs to ensure client needs are met.
• Supervises meals, including servers and cleanup crew.
• Provides emotional support and refers clients to therapy staff for clinical issues.
• Completes all paperwork accurately and timely, including incident reports.
• Communicates effectively with staff to promote quality client care.
• Maintains clean and stocked work areas.
• Completes UA Screen Collection per protocol.
• Uses sound professional judgment and seeks assistance to manage client behavior.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• DBT training is a plus.
• Must be 21 years old, with a valid driver’s license.
• Experience in overseeing activities, documenting client information, assisting medical staff, and emergency response.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ability to multi-task, and good communication skills.
• Must have own transportation and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Candidates in recovery with at least 1 year sobriety are encouraged to apply.
• Flexible schedule, with shift options and willingness to adapt to changing environments.
• Understanding of treatment and the 12-step recovery process is preferred.

Schedules available:

• 1st shift: 7 am-3 pm
• 2nd shift: 3 pm-11 pm
• 3rd shift: 11 pm-7 am

Additional details about employment type, seniority level, and industry are included in the original description.