Night Behavioral Health Technician - Residential Care

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (health, dental, vision, etc

Leave benefits

401k match

Job summary

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Technician to supervise residential clients in a comprehensive treatment program across Louisiana.

Shifts are Monday–Friday 7pm–7am with holidays and weekend rotation; you will work with clinical and medical staff to ensure safe care, document behaviors, and support therapeutic activities 24/7.

This role requires de-escalation skills, strong communication, and a commitment to recovery support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of Behavioral Health Tech experience in Acute Psych and substance abuse treatment.
• CPI de-escalation training knowledge preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; strong written and verbal communication required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe environment for clients.
• Exercise therapeutic communication skills.
• Observe and document client behavior.
• Oversee daily activities and supervise residential clients 24/7.
• Assist with planning and organization of therapeutic client activities.
• Monitor clients’ physical well-being and medication administration as requested.
• Provide input regarding client progress to the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete incident reports and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Behavioral Health Tech experience

CPI de-escalation

Excellent communication

Overtime/weekend flexibility

Sobriety 2+ years

Microsoft Office Suite

Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Technician to supervise residential clients in a comprehensive treatment program across Louisiana.

Shifts are Monday–Friday 7pm–7am with holidays and weekend rotation; you will work with clinical and medical staff to ensure safe care, document behaviors, and support therapeutic activities 24/7.

This role requires de-escalation skills, strong communication, and a commitment to recovery support.