Recovery Support Technician - Behavioral Health

WisHope Recovery; Brodhead (WI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

WisHope Recovery is committed to providing clinical care, education, and research in addiction treatment and recovery. Our Behavioral Health Technicians supervise the facility, coordinate daily tasks, and support residents through activities, life skills, and program participation.

In this role you will care for clients with SUD and co-occurring mental health needs, lead group and individual activities, monitor safety, and ensure a clean, respectful living environment while supporting discharge

Responsibilities

• Provide care for clients presenting with SUD primary and Mental Health secondary.
• Engage all residents in conversations and activities that are edifying and stimulating
• Observe and report any unusual behaviors or potential areas of conflict between residents
• Assist clients with completing and improving their daily life skills
• Prepare bedrooms for all new residents and monitor client’s rooms for cleanliness and ensure they have the items that they need (i.e., linen, hygiene products, clean clothes, etc.)
• Ensure that all residents are properly respecting and maintaining common areas (esp. kitchen, living room) and that they are following facility rules including curfew/lights out hours
• Observe and report any unusual behaviors or potential areas of conflict between residents.
• Monitor proper use and functioning of appliances and other equipment. Observe any unusual activities that may pose a safety or nuisance issue for the clients or neighbors.
• Maintain an inventory of all supplies (i.e., cleaning supplies, furniture, keys etc.).
• Coordinate and hold Facility Meetings, Community Meetings and a weekend Wrap Up or Life Skills Groups
• Welcome and introduce new clients to all existing residents
• Communicate in a culturally sensitive manner
• Educate and encourage clients to utilize community-based tools (such as, 12 Step Program, Recovery Dharma, Smart Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, Refuge Recovery, et. al.); facilitate applicable workbooks and provide continued support and engagement
• Supervise medication

Job description

WisHope Recovery is committed to providing clinical care, education, and research in addiction treatment and recovery. Our Behavioral Health Technicians supervise the facility, coordinate daily tasks, and support residents through activities, life skills, and program participation.

In this role you will care for clients with SUD and co-occurring mental health needs, lead group and individual activities, monitor safety, and ensure a clean, respectful living environment while supporting discharge