Lead BHT – Inpatient Detox & Residential Care

Avenues Recovery; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer match

HRSA student loan repayment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Legal coverage

Pet insurance

Identity protection

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician for our inpatient detox and residential facility in Aurora, CO. The role supports daily operations, client care, and team training to sustain a safe, supportive recovery environment.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED, CPR certification preferred, and the ability to lead with warmth and firmness in a recovery-focused setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required.
• Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Manage all daily residential operations (intake, supervision, events, transportation, food service, medications).
• Train and support BHT team in operations and responsibilities.
• Escalate concerns or crises to Lead Behavioral Health Technician.
• Oversee client engagement and morale to maintain a positive recovery environment.
• Ensure client and BHT compliance with Avenues rules and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Boundary setting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Avenues Recovery Center is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician for our inpatient detox and residential facility in Aurora, CO. The role supports daily operations, client care, and team training to sustain a safe, supportive recovery environment.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED, CPR certification preferred, and the ability to lead with warmth and firmness in a recovery-focused setting.