Recovery Care Technician — Calm, Compassionate Support

Renew Recovery Center; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid training

Professional development opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Supportive, team environment

Job summary

Renew Recovery Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians to provide hands-on support to clients as they move through detox, residential care, and early recovery. You’ll help ensure safety, model healthy coping strategies, and foster a respectful, healing environment.

Ideal candidates stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and work well with teams. A HS diploma or GED is required; CPR/First Aid and crisis management training are provided if needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or related field preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and crisis de-escalation training provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client safety and supervision at all times in accordance with care plans and facility policies.
• Build positive rapport and engage clients in daily routines, recovery-oriented activities, and peer support.
• Co-lead or support group sessions focused on life skills, coping strategies, and personal development.
• Monitor client behaviors and report observations to clinical staff.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transportation, and shift transitions.
• Document interactions, incidents, and behavioral observations in real time.
• Respond to crisis situations using trained de-escalation techniques.
• Participate in team meetings, staff trainings, and continuous quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Renew Recovery Center in Sacramento, CA is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians to provide hands-on support to clients as they move through detox, residential care, and early recovery. You’ll help ensure safety, model healthy coping strategies, and foster a respectful, healing environment.

Ideal candidates stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and work well with teams. A HS diploma or GED is required; CPR/First Aid and crisis management training are provided if needed.