Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) - Substance Abuse Treatment

1st Shift: Tues to Sat, Full time 6a-230 or 7a-330 Sun to Thurs, Full Time 6a-230 or 7a-330

2nd Shift: Tues to Sat, Full time 230p-11p or 3p-1130p Sun to Thurs, Full Time 230p-11p or 3p-1130p

Part Time/Per Diem: Saturdays / Sundays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Client Support and Monitoring

• Engage with clients in a supportive and empathetic manner to establish rapport and trust. Monitor and document client behaviors, progress, and participation in treatment activities. Implement behavioral interventions and crisis management techniques as needed.
• Treatment
• Plan
• Implementation: Assist in the implementation of individualized treatment plans developed by the clinical team. Facilitate therapeutic activities and group sessions that align with the treatment goals. Collaborate with counselors, therapists, and other staff to ensure comprehensive care.
• Daily
• Living
• Assistance: Encourage and model healthy lifestyle choices to promote overall wellness.
• Educational
• Support: Educate clients on substance abuse, addiction, and the recovery process. Offer guidance on coping mechanisms, relapse prevention, and life skills development.
• Crisis
• Intervention: Respond to crises and emergencies effectively, following established protocols. Collaborate with the clinical team to assess and manage situations that may pose a risk to clients or others.
• Behavioral
• Observation and
• Documentation: Monitor and document client behavior, progress, and participation in treatment activities. Maintain accurate and timely records, including progress notes, incident reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Documentation and
• Reporting: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, progress notes, and incident reports. Contribute to regular team meetings to discuss client cases and treatment strategies.
• Collaboration and
• Communication: Work collaboratively with fellow BHTs, clinical staff, medical professionals, and other support personnel. Communicate effectively with clients' families and support networks as appropriate.
• Professional
• Development: Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay updated on best practices in substance abuse treatment
• Client
• Transportation: Safely transport clients to scheduled appointments, therapy sessions, and other relevant destinations. Ensure a secure and comfortable transportation environment for clients, maintaining sensitivity to the unique needs of individuals in substance abuse treatment. COMPETENCIES Demonstrate empathy and compassion for clients in group and daily interactions. Maintain objectivity towards all clients and make clinical decisions based on accurate information. Discipline clients effectively and with appropriate frequency, using a variety of privileges and sanctions. Demonstrate appropriate boundaries between staff and clients. Promote self-help concepts within the program. Encourage clients to solve their own problems with guidance and encourage clients to use each other for support. Implement a daily schedule of program activities. Enforce rules and programmatic procedures. Monitor and facilitate program activities. Engage in monitoring /surveillance activities. Work cooperatively with others and supervisors. Demonstrate patience and consideration in dealing with others. Demonstrate thoughtful decision-making. Ensure client confidentiality in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge obtained through high school or equivalent education. Ability to comply with internal, local, state, and federal policies and regulations. Ability to assist client population. Ability to work and communicate with others. Ability to serve as a positive role model to clients. Ability to apply organizational management skills and maintain self and client discipline. Ability to prepare and maintain required documentation. Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, preferred. Must have valid driver's license with clean driving record for minimum 4 years. Must pass mandatory pre-employment screenings, including background checks and health screenings. Minimum of 3 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders for self, family member, or loved one, and the ability to appropriately share experience with clients. Someone who views clients’ needs with a high priority and who would be a strong advocate for them with other treatment providers. Someone who espouses a strong desire to help others.

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