Behavior Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Freeman Recovery Center | Burns, TN and surrounding locations
$15.00 per hour | Requisition #1235

Freeman Recovery Center is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician to support patients in our detox and residential substance use treatment programs. You’ll help patients navigate daily routines, lead recovery support groups, and keep the care team informed about patient needs and changes you observe.

This role is a good fit for someone who is dependable, communicates calmly, and can offer encouragement while maintaining professional boundaries.

• Monitor patients during daily activities, respond to immediate needs, and promptly report concerns or changes to the appropriate team member.

• Help maintain a safe, respectful environment by supporting daily routines and reinforcing program expectations.

• Facilitate recovery support groups and encourage patients to participate in program activities.

• Listen to patients, acknowledge their concerns, and offer practical support as they work toward their recovery goals.

• Document groups, patient observations, and relevant updates in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Record and report vital signs and assist with assessment flow sheets as assigned.

• Observe and document patient self-administration of non-narcotic medications when assigned, following facility procedures.

• Assist with meal preparation as needed, keep patient areas clean and orderly, and address or report fire and safety hazards according to facility procedures.

• Communicate professionally with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers. Attend staff meetings and required training.

• Protect patient confidentiality and follow facility policies and applicable privacy requirements, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.

• A respectful, compassionate approach to working with people in detox and residential treatment

• Dependability, sound judgment, and attention to detail

• Clear communication and the ability to maintain professional boundaries

• The ability to follow established procedures, document accurately, and work as part of a team

If you enjoy working directly with people and want to support patients through detox and residential treatment, apply to join Freeman Recovery Center.