Behavioral Health Technician
The Recovery Village·Lake Worth, Florida
The Recovery Village·Lake Worth, Florida
The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for monitoring patients in treatment and ensuring a safe, secure environment. They must enforce facility rules, report patient behavior to clinical teams, and assist with various patient activities.
Seeking professional Behavioral Health Technicians to join our team in Lake Worth, FL!
Hiring for Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Shifts.
Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS), an integrated behavioral healthcare management company, is dedicated to providing exceptional care for addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
With our facilities located across various regions of the U.S., we have been committed to furthering our mission and applying advanced approaches to patient care.
Learn more about ARS and our transformative work at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com.
At Recovery Village Palm Beach (RVPB).
In partnership with Baptist Health South Florida, The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health is an accredited inpatient rehab facility that provides physician-led, compassionate care for adults with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Together with The Recovery Village Miami at Baptist Health, we provide a full continuum of care for every step in the recovery process.
Discover more at https://www.advancedrecoverysystems.com/centers/recovery-village-palm-beach/ The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is responsible for the observation and monitoring of patients in treatment and reporting duties as indicated and contributes to the welfare of the organization and assists patients in a variety of patient activities.
Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment.
Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following core job duties: Communicate and enforce facility program rules and ensure compliance in a firm but fair and professional manner.
Communicate patient behavior with immediate supervisor and clinical team as appropriate.
Address problem behaviors as needed through verbal de-escalation techniques.
Adhere to time schedules Maintain healthy and professional boundaries with patients and staff Ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear, accurate and legible.
Keep clinical records secure at all times.
Required Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent required Associates degree and minimum one (1) year experience in BHT or similar patient care role preferred In lieu of Associate's degree. minimum two (2) years' experience in BHT or similar patient care role preferred Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards required Must be able to pass a Level 2 Background Check
Experience working with adult patients (18+) preferred. Prior experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or human services in roles with emphasis involving direct customer or client service experience, strongly preferred. CPR and Standard First Aid certification or in process of obtaining preferred.
Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire. Competitive Starting Pay plus night shift differential Paid Time Off: Up to 2 weeks/year | Accrual begins on Day 1 of employment Retirement: 401K + match Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life Matching HSA: Up to $1500/year company contribution Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program And much more! Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO.
A high school diploma is required, while an associate degree and one to two years of experience in a similar patient care role are preferred. Candidates must pass a Level 2 background check and possess a valid driving record.
Market context
Behavioral Health Technician roles in Florida are commonly tied to inpatient, outpatient, and residential behavioral health settings, where employers look for dependable support staff who can work with diverse patient needs. This role is competitive because candidates need a high school diploma or associate degree, relevant experience, a preferred Behavioral Health Technician certification, and must clear a Florida driver’s license check, level II background screening, and drug screen. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and background-check readiness before applying.
