Behavioral Health Technician - Men's Westchester Programs (Evenings)

Release Recovery; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Overtime-eligible

Job summary

Release Recovery seeks a BH Tech for our Men's Transitional Living Program in Westchester. The role supports clients navigating substance use and mental health challenges, administering safety protocols and facilitating daily activities.

Evening shifts require professionalism, empathy, and strong boundaries to maintain a structured, supportive living environment. The BH Tech collaborates with a care-focused team to engage residents in programs, monitor engagement, and respond to crises.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in recovery or behavioral health settings preferred.
• Knowledge of substance use, mental health, or peer recovery support.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Administer safety protocols, drug and BAC testing, and monitor for contraband.
• Maintain structure by facilitating daily schedules, client check-ins/check-outs, and programming.
• Support admissions and transitions, helping clients integrate into the community.
• Foster a safe, supportive environment and maintain professional boundaries.
• Attend staff meetings and training, uphold cleanliness and presentation standards.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Professionalism

Strong boundaries

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Release Recovery is excited to be growing our team for our Men's transitional living programs in Westchester. The BH Tech plays a foundational role in the day-to-day operations and culture of Release Recovery’s Men's Transitional Living Program. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about recovery, mental health, and direct client care. As a BH Tech, you will serve as a consistent presence and trusted support for clients navigating substance use and mental health challenges.

This role requires professionalism, emotional intelligence, strong boundaries, and a commitment to upholding safety, structure, and community within the residence. Whether through administering safety protocols or offering a supportive conversation, Associates ensure that each client is met with compassion and accountability throughout their recovery journey.

Founded in 2017 by Zac Clark and Matthew Rinklin, Release Recovery is a leading provider of transitional living, outpatient treatment, and recovery support services for individuals experiencing substance use and mental health challenges. With programs throughout New York City and Westchester County, we are committed to offering compassionate, structured, and evidence-based care that empowers individuals and families to heal and thrive.

This position is a full-time evening position with 4pm-12am shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Administer drug and BAC testing in accordance with program protocols.
• Conduct room searches and monitor for contraband with professionalism and respect.
• Adhere to medication management procedures and report non-compliance immediately.
• Respond calmly and effectively in crises, including activation of protocols and emergency services when necessary.

Daily Program Operations

• Maintain structure within the home by facilitating daily schedules, programming, and client check-ins and check-outs.
• Monitor client attendance and engagement in clinical and community programming.
• Support new admissions and transitions, helping clients integrate into the community.

Community Engagement & Client Interaction

• Foster a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all residents.
• Serve as a role model, demonstrating professionalism, positive peer behavior, and healthy communication at all times.
• Engage clients through conversation, activities, and appropriate support, while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Participate in group activities and contribute to a strong community culture.

Flexibility & Team Support

• Remain adaptable to shifting priorities and step in to support colleagues during crises or staffing shortages.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and ongoing training opportunities.
• Uphold facility standards in cleanliness, order, and presentation.

• Previous experience in recovery or behavioral health settings is preferred.
• Knowledge of substance use, mental health, or peer recovery support.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to navigate sensitive conversations with professionalism and empathy
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Joining our team means being part of something truly revolutionary. We’re on a mission to flip the script on how the world views and treats Substance Use Disorder and Mental Illness. At Release, recovery isn’t about what you give up - it’s all about what you gain.

When you join our team, you’ll be:

• Working alongside thought leaders in the recovery space
• Making a direct impact on individuals and families
• Enjoying a competitive rate of $19/hour base, overtime-eligible
• Health benefits for full-time employees (health, dental, vision)

We believe that recovery is a journey, not a destination - and we want you to be a part of shaping that journey for others.