Compassionate Behavioral Health Tech — Detox & Recovery

Paycom; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation/Sick time

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

All In Solutions is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support clients in the detoxification setting. You will help maintain a safe, structured environment and serve as a critical link between clients and the clinical team.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, and committed to recovery-oriented care. Duties include observations, safety monitoring, and collaboration with nursing staff, with full-time shifts available in multiple schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, residential care, healthcare, human services, security, hospitality, education, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for at least five years.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings, including background checks and health clearances.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Able to remain calm and professional during high-stress situations.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Personal recovery experience welcomed but not required.
• Commitment to recovery-oriented care for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine facility walkthroughs, room inspections, and client observations.
• Monitor client activity and report concerns to nursing and clinical staff.
• Maintain a substance-free facility by following policies and procedures.
• Provide encouragement, support, and accountability to clients during detoxification.
• Build therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Encourage participation in treatment programming and recovery activities.
• Assist with admissions, orientations, transfers, and discharges.
• Escort clients to appointments and approved off-site services.
• Support daily program operations and adhere to schedules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Documentation accuracy

Teamwork

Reliability

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

All In Solutions is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support clients in the detoxification setting. You will help maintain a safe, structured environment and serve as a critical link between clients and the clinical team.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, and committed to recovery-oriented care. Duties include observations, safety monitoring, and collaboration with nursing staff, with full-time shifts available in multiple schedules.