Behavioral Health Technicians- All Shifts

Avenues Recovery

Covington (LA)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 42,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

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Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center in Covington, LA is hiring Behavioral Health Technicians for all shifts at the residential facility. You will support admissions, transport, meals, supervision, and daily operations while helping create a compassionate recovery environment.

You will engage clients, monitor safety, and coordinate with medical and clinical teams. Avenues offers a generous benefits package and opportunities to grow in a nationwide network.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Valid driver's license and CPR certification preferred.
If in recovery, a minimum one-year sobriety required.
Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills.
Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality.
Dignified character that models recovery principles.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.).
Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment.
Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff.
Record and accelerate any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner.
Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Empathy

Warm personality

Recovery principles

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 eighteen locations across seven 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 Behavioral Health Technicians for all shifts our facility In Covington, LA!

What You'll Do

Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)
Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment
Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff
Record and accelerate any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner
Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)

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 required
Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
Dignified character that models recovery principles

Where You'll Work

Avenues Recovery Center at Covington is a residential facility offering drug and alcohol detoxification and inpatient rehabilitation services. Merging highly individualized, targeted treatment plans with compassionate and respectful care, here you'll discover a truly unique treatment experience. Avenues Covington is staffed by a round- the clock team of seasoned doctors, nurses, psychiatric specialists, addiction counselors and behavioral health technicians, as well as CNAs to provide constant support with Assisted Daily Living Services. Our team utilizes an array of evidence - based therapy modalities - including CBT, DBT. EMDR, MAT and Motivational Interviewing - to achieve the best possible outcomes for every client. Avenues' new facility is spacious, inviting and fully wheelchair - accessible, providing the serene and soothing environment so conducive to recovery.

Why Join Us?

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: