Behavioral Health Technician FT Nights

Seeking professional Behavioral Health Technicians to join our team in Stockbridge, GA! About Our Organization This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of The Recovery Village, Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care. While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve. At Recovery Village South Atlanta (RVSA) , we are committed to providing a complete continuum of care for our patients in their journey to recovery. As a 55-bed professional addiction treatment facility, RVSA offers medical detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, and aftercare, ensuring comprehensive and effective support. Located, just 25 miles south of downtown Atlanta, RVSA offers a safe and conducive environment for healing. Discover more about RVA at The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides direct care and support to patients in a residential behavioral health setting. BHTs promote safety, recovery, and engagement by monitoring patient well-being, facilitating daily routines, and assisting the clinical and nursing teams in delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following: 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. Encourage patient to maintain Recovery post-discharge Ability to work with diverse personalities. Understand and apply the program’s clinical philosophy Demonstrate good strategic and problem-solving skills Accept constructive criticism and utilize supervision and feedback for professional growth. Address problems noted by supervisor Communicate all urgent matters with immediate supervisor. Demonstrate willingness to accept responsibility Pursue professional development through participation in education and training programs Function well as a team member and contribute positively to the team and organization. Maintain good communication, both written and verbal. Assist nurses during intake as well as taking vital signs and weights. Notify nurse of any abnormalities May provide for additional holistic activities as per employee’s certification (i.e. Yoga, Massage Therapy, Meditation, etc.). May provide for transportation of patients. During State of Emergency, ensures appropriate Behavioral Health Technician staffing levels are maintained at all times and may be required to remain onsite throughout the State of Emergency period. Other duties as assigned. 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 Preferred Qualifications 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. Pay: Starting rate $16/hr, based on experience. $2.00 Night Shift Differential. Paid Time Off: Up to 2 weeks of paid time off per year plus sick pay & holiday pay Retirement: 401K + match Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life &Telemedicine MDLive. Matching HSA - up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA. Employee Referral Bonus you can earn up to $4,000 Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program Enjoy discounted meal benefits as part of your comprehensive employee package 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr