Behavioral Health Technician

Seeking professional Behavioral Health Technicians to join our team in Umatilla, 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

At The Recovery Village (TRV), we provide a sanctuary for individuals seeking recovery. Nestled in the serene community of Umatilla, just an hour from Orlando, TRV offers a stress‑free environment where we deliver top‑quality treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, and other mental health issues. The site was carefully chosen for its unparalleled beauty and tranquility, providing a haven far from the pressures of everyday life. TRV is minutes away from the entrance to Ocala National Forest, offering a serene and idyllic space to find inner peace. Discover more about TRV at

The Behavioral Health Technician 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
• Minimum 2 years patient care experience OR; 1 year patient care experience + Associate's degree required OR;
• Alternatively, successful completion of the ARS training through the BHT I required.
• Good driving record 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:

Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.

• Competitive Starting Pay
• Night Shift Differential: $1.00/hr
• 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. We are proud to be a drug‑free workplace.