Behavioral Health Technician (All shifts)

Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming lives through comprehensive behavioral healthcare. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting patients on their recovery journey. This position involves observing and monitoring patients, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with a skilled leadership team. You will be part of a compassionate community that values professional growth and offers a range of benefits to support your well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Matching HSA contributions

Teladoc access

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate's preferred with relevant experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor patients, ensuring a safe environment.
• Communicate patient behavior to clinical team and enforce facility rules.

Skills

Verbal de-escalation techniques

Patient observation

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in relevant field

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Agency Affiliation Counselor license

Job description

Overview

Now Hiring Behavioral Health Technicians at our Roswell, GA Facility!

All shifts (Full Time, Part Time/PRN)

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company committed to transforming lives through comprehensive treatment. We are seeking exceptional nurses like you to join our team. To learn more about our mission and commitment, visit our website at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com.

At Recovery Village Atlanta (RVA), we provide a complete continuum of care for our patients in their journey to recovery. As a 62-bed professional addiction treatment facility, RVA offers medical detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, and aftercare, ensuring comprehensive and effective support. Located in Roswell, GA, RVA offers a safe and conducive environment for healing.

Discover more about RVA at https://www.advancedrecoverysystems.com/the-recovery-village-atlanta.

Pay Minimum

USD $15.00/Hr.

Pay Maximum

USD $22.00/Hr.

Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for the observation and monitoring of patients in treatment, reporting duties as indicated, and contributing to the welfare of the organization. The role assists patients in a variety of activities and maintains a safe and secure environment.

Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure the 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate's degree and a minimum of one (1) year experience in BHT or similar patient care role preferred.
• In lieu of Associate's degree, a minimum of two (2) years experience in BHT or similar patient care role required.
• Alternatively, successful completion of the ARS training through the BHT I.
• Prefer experience working with Children and Adolescent Facilities.
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards.
• Agency Affiliation Counselor license as required by State (e.g. Washington).
• Medication Technician/QMAP Certification, Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Medical Assistant (MA) preferred or as per state requirement.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification required.

We offer great benefits including:

• 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.
• Matching HSA - up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA.
• Teladoc access and visits at NO cost to the employee and eligible dependents.
• Employee Referral Bonus, you can earn up to $4000.
• Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following your hire date.

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 their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices.

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.