Behavioral Health Technician — Recovery & Client Support

hygeahealthcare; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hygea Healthcare in Linthicum, MD, seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support and monitor clients in a 16-bed residential SUD program. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and coordinate with clinical staff to meet client needs.

Responsibilities include ensuring cleanliness, assisting with daily living activities, supervising urine drug testing, and supporting crisis intervention as required. Training and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Associate degree in mental health or addiction setting preferred.
• Training in motivational interviewing is a plus.
• Trauma-informed care training is a plus.
• Recovery coach training is a plus.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to clients in a manner that promotes safety and therapeutic environment.
• Maintains facility cleanliness across all areas (kitchen, dining, gym).
• Assists clients with activities of daily living and crisis intervention as needed.
• Observes and manages urine drug testing and breathalyzer screening.
• Facilitates house meetings in the Program Manager’s absence.
• Maintains confidentiality of client records and adheres to policies.
• Participates in educational programs to support professional growth.

Skills

Client care

Crisis intervention

Urine drug testing

Breathalyzer screening

Communication with staff

Confidentiality

Facility cleaning

Education

High school diploma

First Aid/CPR certification

Associate degree preferred

Motivational interviewing training

Trauma-informed care training

Recovery coach training

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of community resources

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Hygea Healthcare in Linthicum, MD, seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support and monitor clients in a 16-bed residential SUD program. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and coordinate with clinical staff to meet client needs.

Responsibilities include ensuring cleanliness, assisting with daily living activities, supervising urine drug testing, and supporting crisis intervention as required. Training and growth opportunities are provided.