Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time

Houses of Hope; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual Dress Code

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid LTD and Life Insurance

11 Paid Holidays

Vacation, Sick, and Personal Hours

Paid licensure fees and CEUs

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) with up to a 5% company match

Verizon Discount

Sam’s Club Membership

Job summary

Houses of Hope is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Technician for the night shift (1:00am-9:00am) at our halfway houses in Lincoln, Nebraska. You will join a multidisciplinary team and supervise individuals in service, supporting their recovery journey.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification (training provided), a valid driver’s license with insurance, and being at least 21 years old. Benefits include health coverage, leave, and retirement plan options.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid required (will provide training at no cost).
• Proof of valid Driver’s License and insurance is required.
• Minimum age of 21

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, trauma-informed and safe environment for individuals in service.
• Complete intakes and provide initial orientation to program and facility.
• Administer drug/alcohol screenings and perform room and property searches.
• Complete rounds to ensure compliance with program rules.
• Facilitate and reinforce positive communication with individuals.
• Process discharges and follow protocols if individuals relapse.
• Abide by federal confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Adhere to the agency’s organizational code of ethics.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Driver’s license

Age 21+

Job description

Houses of Hope supports Nebraska communities by empowering individuals impacted by substance use and mental health to achieve recovery and independence, build healthy relationships, and give back to their communities.

Houses of Hope is hiring one full-time behavioral health technician for the night shift (1:00am-9:00am) at our halfway houses. Behavioral health technicians are a critical member of our multidisciplinary team and work actively and cooperatively with the clinical team. They supervise the individuals in service and support their efforts to achieve and maintain recovery.

The position will work Saturday through Wednesday, with every Thursday and Friday off.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help foster and maintain a welcoming, trauma-informed and safe environment for individuals in service.
• Complete intakes and provide initial orientation to program and facility.
• Administer drug/alcohol screenings and perform room and property searches.
• Complete rounds to ensure compliance with program rules.
• Facilitate and reinforce positive communication with individuals.
• Process discharges and follow protocols if individuals relapse.
• Abide by federal confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Adhere to the agency’s organizational code of ethics.

Requirements:

• CPR/First Aid required (will provide training at no cost).
• Proof of valid Driver’s License and insurance is required.
• Minimum age of 21

Full-Time Benefits

• Casual Dress Code
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid LTD and Life Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation, Sick, and Personal Hours
• Paid licensure fees and CEUs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) with up to a 5% company match
• Verizon Discount
• Sam’s Club Membership

Houses of Hope is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. We believe in the principles of equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

We are dedicated to ensuring that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and that they have equal access to employment opportunities. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

In accordance with our commitment to ethical standards and recovery integrity, Houses of Hope may restrict employment eligibility for individuals who have completed treatment at our facility within the past two years. This policy supports professional boundaries and client safety and complies with ADA and confidentiality laws.