Lead BHT - Overnight Detox & Residential Care

Avenues Recovery Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Avenues Recovery Center in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Technician for our Detox and Residential facility. This role covers the third shift from 11:00pm to 7:30am, focusing on operations, supervision, and client engagement.

You will train and support the BHT team, escalate crises as needed, and ensure a safe, recovery-focused environment while upholding all policies and procedures. High school diploma or GED required; CPR preferred; driving license handy.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience training or supervising staff preferred.
• Ability to manage crises and maintain safety.
• Commitment to recovery-oriented care and boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily residential operations (intake, supervision, activities, transportation, meals, medications).
• Train and support BHT team in all operations and responsibilities.
• Escalate concerns or crises to Lead BHT and implement safety protocols.
• Maintain engaging, positive recovery environment and client morale.
• Ensure compliance with Avenues policies and procedures by staff and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Team Training

Crisis Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Avenues Recovery Center in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Technician for our Detox and Residential facility. This role covers the third shift from 11:00pm to 7:30am, focusing on operations, supervision, and client engagement.

You will train and support the BHT team, escalate crises as needed, and ensure a safe, recovery-focused environment while upholding all policies and procedures. High school diploma or GED required; CPR preferred; driving license handy.