Residential Behavioral Health Technician — Night Shift

Kaizen Lab Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (health, dental, vision)

Leave benefits

401k match

Job summary

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Technician for our Residential program in Louisiana. Shifts are Mon-Fri 7pm-7am with weekends/holidays rotation; supervision of clients is 24/7 on campus.

You will work closely with clinical and medical staff to ensure comprehensive treatment and safety, providing input on client progress and participating in all required documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• 2 years of Behavioral Health Tech experience in Acute Psych and substance abuse treatment.
• CPI de-escalation training knowledge is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours.
• Candidates in recovery must have 2+ years of sobriety.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of Residential clients 24/7 and supervise daily activities.
• Ensure a safe environment for clients and de-escalate distressed individuals.
• Observe and document client behavior and progress for the interdisciplinary team.
• Oversee activities and assist with therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Monitor physical well-being and medication administration as requested.
• Submit shift reports to Recovery Support Staff Supervisor and communicate with clinical staff.

Skills

CPI de-escalation training

Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent written and verbal comms

Valid Driver's License

Overtime/weekends flexibility

Sobriety 2+ years (recovery)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Technician for our Residential program in Louisiana. Shifts are Mon-Fri 7pm-7am with weekends/holidays rotation; supervision of clients is 24/7 on campus.

You will work closely with clinical and medical staff to ensure comprehensive treatment and safety, providing input on client progress and participating in all required documentation.