Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Hickory House Recovery; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory House Recovery is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the 3rd shift (11:00 PM–7:00 AM) in Greenfield, Indiana. The BHT serves as the vital link between clients and clinical staff, supporting the person-centered treatment plan.

Under supervision, the BHT monitors, documents, and assists with treatment activities, adheres to HIPAA, and helps maintain a safe, supportive residential environment. Strong communication and dependability are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to learn quickly, multitask, and communicate effectively in person and over the phone.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients and follow facility policies.
• Follow directives carefully and maintain client confidentiality.
• Scheduling flexibility, including holidays and weekends, is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own insured transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HIPAA-compliant communication about clients in treatment.
• Engage daily with clients to support implementation of the treatment plan.
• Facilitate educational groups for recovery and relapse prevention.
• Assist with residential treatment activities as needed.
• Document all client engagements in the EMR with concise notes.
• Ensure clients attend individual and group sessions and approved outside meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.

Skills

Effective communication

Professional boundaries

Time management

Team player

Intrinsic motivation

Multitasking

Dependability

Punctuality

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EMR system

Basic computer skills

Job description

**3rd shift postion**

Hours: 11p - 7a

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

TheBehavioral Health Technician (BHT),is an integral member of the treatment team, functioning as the primary conduit between client, clinical and medical staff, working to ensure the implementation and integration of the person-centered treatment plan.

SCOPE:

Under the immediate supervision of the Behavior Health Manager, the Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for monitoring, observing and reporting client activities while providing structure and support of the clinical person-centered treatment plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum requirements, High School diploma or GED
• An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person.
• Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients.
• Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, with seamless implementation, regardless as to client demands. Intrinsic motivation, client-driven service disposition, excellent time management skills, team approach, and basic computer skills.
• Scheduling flexibility, holiday and weekend rotation isREQUIRED.
• Dependability and punctuality is essential to this role.
• Must hold valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and provide own insured transportation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains adherence to HIPAA compliance inALLcommunication regarding clients in treatment.
• Consistent, daily,APPROPRIATEengagement with clients, providing support through implementation of the treatment plan.
• Facilitation of educational groups for recovery and relapse.
• Responsibilities when working closely with clients in residential treatment.
• Ensures medication dispensing for clients, per regulations and EMR schedule as dictated by the physician with concise documentation.
• Uses facility EMR to accurately documentALLengagements with clients in treatment with concise, fluid communication in the electronic chart.
• Ensures all clients are in attendance with individual and group treatment sessions, as well as approved outside meetings.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of client information and records without exception.
• Clarity surrounding cultural sensitivity and professional boundaries.
• Attends all staff meetings and trainings as directed by supervisor.
• Works continuously to maintain the cleanliness and functional order of the Chateau.
• Inspects property and documents same for needed repairs as per supervisor’s directive.
• Follow all processes and procedures in the Behavioral Health Procedural Manual