Residential Behavior Technician (BHT)

Ava Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Ava Health seeks a Behavioral Health Tech (Residential) to support clients in a structured residential setting. You will help with daily routines, implement treatment plans, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include supervising clients, monitoring behaviors, and assisting with group activities. A year of behavioral health experience is preferred; a high school diploma is required with an associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in behavioral health.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support clients in daily routines.
• Monitor client behavior and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist with group activities and therapeutic exercises.
• Document client progress and behavior.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills

Observational skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis de-escalation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Behavioral Health Tech (Residential)

Position Summary:
The Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) provides direct support to clients in a residential behavioral health treatment setting. This role focuses on maintaining a structured environment, implementing treatment plans, and assisting with daily activities.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support clients in daily routines.
• Monitor client behavior and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist with group activities and therapeutic exercises.
• Document client progress and behavior.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills and Competencies:

• Commitment to Ava Health’s core values of Agency, Service, and Purpose.
• Strong observational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to de-escalate situations and provide crisis intervention.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in behavioral health.

Additional Requirements:

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining licensure and certifications.
• If in recovery, a minimum of 2 years of sobriety is required.