Behavioral Health Technician – Recovery Support (PRN)

The Last Resort; Smithville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Last Resort Recovery Center in Smithville, Texas, is seeking PRN Service Worker staff to support safety and program operations at our 55‑acre ranch near Austin. This role focuses on assisting with patient care, transportation, and on-site logistics within our addiction treatment program.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, facilitating groups, documenting checks, and assisting nurses and counselors.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of chemical dependency recovery.
• Must be able to walk within the facility and grounds for about 1 mile per 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to sit continuously for about 3 hours per 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to administer CPR and be certified.
• Must be able to see and hear constantly.
• Must be emotionally and physically capable of functioning under stress.
• Maintain records and have good communication skills.
• Must be able to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to 1 hour.
• If recovering, two years of continuous abstinence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in luggage and body searches.
• Monitor and sometimes facilitate Book Studies and Recovery meetings.
• Be aware of patient locations and document hourly checks.
• Ensure adherence to Bradford Program Schedule and punctuality.
• Supervise and sometimes facilitate patient activities as directed.
• Maintain patients in rooms at designated evening times.
• Oversee med line to prevent diversion and de-escalate situations.
• Assist patients to and from activities, medication times, and meals when needed.
• Assist the counselor and document appropriately.
• Follow all policies and procedures.

Skills

Driver’s license

Communication skills

Observation skills

Documentation

CPR certification

Stress management

Team coordination

Record keeping

Patient safety

Job description

The Last Resort Recovery Center in Smithville, Texas, is seeking PRN Service Worker staff to support safety and program operations at our 55‑acre ranch near Austin. This role focuses on assisting with patient care, transportation, and on-site logistics within our addiction treatment program.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, facilitating groups, documenting checks, and assisting nurses and counselors.