Behavioral Health Technician I

RI International; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team dedicated to transforming lives through innovative behavioral health support. As a Behavioral Health Technician I, you will empower individuals on their recovery journey, providing essential advocacy and support services. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with participants, teach vital life skills, and foster meaningful connections within the community. With a commitment to professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this is your chance to make a real impact in the lives of others while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company matching

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to document per regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA guidelines).

Responsibilities

• Connects with new participants to obtain referral information.
• Assesses emergency situations and notifies supervisor as needed.
• Teaches recovery and life skills using recovery tools.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Change Lives With Recovery Innovations! Our Mission is to empower people on their journey to recovery, helping them achieve their goals, rediscover meaning and purpose in life, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Our Vision is to revolutionize healthcare by pioneering innovative solutions that go beyond behavioral health, empowering people to thrive in the communities where they live, work, and play. Join a groundbreaking team at the forefront of Peer-Powered Support, empowering individuals on their journey through mental health and substance use challenges! Be part of something bigger—together, we can change lives and create lasting hope!

Position: Behavioral Health Technician I

Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt

Shift Details: Friday - Monday - 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Work Location: Outpatient- Restart - Hope - Phoenix, Az

Salary/Hourly Wage: $18.00 - $19.50/hour

Specialties / Licenses or Certifications:

Summary of Job: The Behavioral Health Technician I (BHT I) acts as an advocate for the needs and rights of individuals served by providing empathic, active listening skills, case management and support services in order to maximize the opportunity to create recovery partnerships and a recovery environment. The BHT I also transports individuals to access community resources, as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Guest Care & Advocacy:
• Connects with new participants, on site or while the participant is incarcerated or hospitalized, to obtain referral information and necessary solutions.
• Teaches recovery and life skills using recovery tools.
• Cultivates connectedness in the person’s life (self, others, the environment, and to meaning and purpose).
• Compliance & Risk Management:
• Assesses emergency situations, notifies supervisor of actual or potential challenges, exercises judgment in stressful conditions and responds calmly and quickly.
• Completes clinical documentation as required.
• Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and laws and all Recovery Innovations policies and procedures as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
• Cross Functional Collaboration:
• Develops and maintains community resources for education, information and referrals appropriate to participant’s needs.
• Additional Duties:
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  

Your well-being and success are our priority at RI—explore our benefits and discover how we invest in YOU every step of the way! As an innovative leader in behavioral health care, we are committed to supporting our teams through a comprehensive benefits package. This includes competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to mental health resources and wellness programs. We offer a strong retirement plan with company matching and generous paid time off to support work-life balance. In addition, we provide ongoing opportunities for professional development and training to help you advance in your career. We value the contributions of our team members and are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Job Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Education/Licenses:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
• Ability to document per regulatory guidelines.
• Skills:
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Effective communication skills.
• Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
• Driving Requirements:
• If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy.
• If not qualified to drive per driving policy, a Non-Driver Attestation form must be signed.
• Miscellaneous Requirement(s):
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old unless residing in a state where funder or government regulations set a different minimum age requirement.
• Travel required based on business need.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA guidelines and regulations) and professionalism.
• We are a Second-Chance Employer
• Must be able to pass a seven-year background check.
• Must be able to pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculous testing (if applicable).
• Must be able to obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states.
• Must be able to pass education verification check.
• Must be able to pass three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements criteria of insurance carrier (if driving is required for this position).
  

A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process.

Physical Demands:

May include work close to the eyes and substantial motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination, use of corrected vision; color vision; use of auditory senses. May be required to lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

Work Environment

May work in an office environment or behavioral health facility. May have contact with individuals who are agitated and/or confused.

Warmline over-the-phone Peer Support Specialist will work in a remotely and not be in an office or behavioral health facility.

ADDENDUM – Arizona

Education

Licensure

Certification

Misc. Requirement

Must be 21 years or older.

ADDENDUM – Louisiana

Education

Licensure

Certification

Misc. Requirement

Must be 24 years or older.

ADDENDUM – Washington

Education

Licensure

Certification

Additional specified state licensure for Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC)

Misc. Requirement

Recovery Innovations is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Our hiring practices are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to create a workplace where every employee feels valued and respected.

Recovery Innovations is a second chance employer and we evaluate all qualified applicants fairly, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with legal and funder requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Recovery Innovations.

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Recovery Innovations compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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