BHT

Step One Halfway House; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 31,685,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Step One Halfway House in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to provide frontline supervision and therapeutic support in a 24-hour residential program, under clinical leadership, monitoring resident behavior, implementing daily structures, and delivering evidence-based curriculum activities.

The role requires trauma-informed care, de-escalation skills, strong documentation in an electronic health record, and collaboration with case managers and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• CPR and First Aid certification current; BHT or Peer Support Certification preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate/Bachelor’s in psychology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide milieu supervision for adult men in recovery.
• Monitor resident behavior and document progress notes in the EHR.
• Co-facilitate life-skills groups, recreational activities, and recovery exercises.
• Apply trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Conduct routine rounds, manage sign-ins/outs, and coordinate client transportation if needed.
• Collaborate with case managers, nursing staff, and clinical directors to follow treatment plans.

Skills

Active listening

Non-judgmental communication

Strong boundaries

Electronic health records

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor in psychology

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides critical, front-line supervision and therapeutic support to residents within our 24-hour residential program. Working under the guidance of our clinical leadership, the BHT monitors resident behavior, implements daily facility structures, facilitates evidence-based curriculum activities, and provides the accountability and encouragement our clients need to achieve sustainable recovery.

Core Responsibilities

• Milieu Supervision:Maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive therapeutic environment for adult men in recovery.
• Observation & Documentation: Monitor resident activities, track behavioral changes, and document progress notes accurately within the electronic health record system.
• Program Implementation: Support the daily schedule by co-facilitating life-skills groups, recreational activities, and recovery exercises.
• De-escalation & Crisis Management:Use trauma-informed care and verbal de-escalation techniques to handle emotional or behavioral challenges safely.
• Shift Accountability:Conduct routine facility rounds, manage sign-ins/outs, supervise meal periods, and coordinate client transportation if required.
• Collaborative Care:Partner closely with our case managers, nursing staff, and clinical directors to ensure consistent adherence to individual treatment plans.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Age & Identity:Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Clearance:Must possess a valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Certifications:Current in-person CPR and First Aid certification and a BHT or Peer Support Specialist Certification.
• Education:High School Diploma or GED required; an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related behavioral science is highly preferred.
• Experience:1+ years of experience working in a behavioral health residential facility (BHRF), substance abuse treatment program, or transitional housing setting is preferred.
• Core Skills:Active listening, strong personal boundaries, non-judgmental communication, and basic computer proficiency for client charting.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for growth, leadership, and career advancement within an expanding non-profit.
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
  
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment led by experienced licensed professionals and passionate rookies.