Behavioral Health Technician-Peer Support Specialist

Avenues Recovery Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Employer-Paid Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician for its new inpatient detox and residential facility in Richmond, VA. You will manage daily residential operations, supervise the BHT team, and support client engagement to maintain a positive recovery environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR and a valid driver’s license are preferred, and sobriety duration may be required if in recovery. Join our supportive team and contribute to evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety is required.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries.
• Dignified, honest character which models recovery principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage all daily residential operations (intake, supervision, events, transportation, food service, medications).
• Train and support BHT team in all operations and responsibilities.
• Escalate concerns to Lead Behavioral Health Technician.
• Oversee client engagement and morale, maintaining a warm recovery environment.
• Ensure client and BHT compliance with all rules, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Boundary setting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 21 locations across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!

Now hiring a behavioral health technician for our new inpatient detox and residential facility in Richmond, VA!

What You'll Do

• Manage all daily residential operations (i.e. Intake, supervision, events, transportation, food service, medications etc.)
• Train and support BHT team in all operations and responsibilities
• Escalate any concerns or crises to Lead Behavioral Health Technician
• Oversee client engagement and morale, maintaining a warm and positive recovery environment
• Ensure client and BHT compliance to all Avenues rules, policies and procedures

What We're Looking For

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver's license and CPR certification preferred
• If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety is required.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries
• Dignified, honest character which models recovery principles

Why Join Us?

Benefits

Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:

• 401K with employer match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long -Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
• LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
• Legal Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
• Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
• Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment

Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!

Salary: $17 - $19 per hour