Behavioral Health Technician - Frontline Recovery Support

Principles-Recovery-Center-; Florida; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Principles Recovery Center in South Florida seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support adults in structured recovery programs on-site. You’ll help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and document daily activities as shifts begin and progress.

The role requires calm under pressure, solid documentation habits, and a commitment to client care. On-site, Tue–Sat schedule with onboarding at $17/hour before training, rising to $19/hour after certification.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a BHT or in a similar direct care role.
• Experience working with adult clients in a substance use treatment setting.
• Strong documentation habits - shift notes, incident reports, and UA logs completed accurately and on time.
• Calm, professional under pressure; boundaries.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• CPR/First Aid certified or able to obtain upon hire.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Eligible for Level II background screening and drug test.
• Available full-time for Tuesday-Saturday schedule.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support adult clients throughout daily programming.
• Conduct regular headcounts, rounds, and safety checks.
• Collect and document urine drug screens in accordance with policy.
• Complete shift notes, room checks, incident reports, and behavior documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of all shared program spaces.
• Enforce program rules with professionalism and respect - firm, never punitive.
• Collaborate with therapists, medical staff, and leadership across shifts.
• Participate in team meetings and shift-change debriefs.
• Escort clients to appointments or activities as needed.

Skills

BHT experience

Documentation

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

GED

Job description

Principles Recovery Center in South Florida seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support adults in structured recovery programs on-site. You’ll help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and document daily activities as shifts begin and progress.

The role requires calm under pressure, solid documentation habits, and a commitment to client care. On-site, Tue–Sat schedule with onboarding at $17/hour before training, rising to $19/hour after certification.