Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Position : Behavioral Health Technician

Location : Falls Church, Virginia
Facility Type : Licensed Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center
Program Type : Substance abuse treatment (PHP, IOP)
Specialty : Blending evidence-based treatment with music to enhance client outcomes

Shifts:

2nd Shift 330pm-1130pm

3rd Shift (Overnight) - 11:00pm-9:00am

About:

Recovery Unplugged is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians for our Falls Church, VA location.

Recovery Unplugged is a licensed drug and alcohol treatment center with multiple locations throughout the country. We provide long term substance abuse treatment for clients coming from all over the U.S. starting with detox to residential care, PHP and IOP program. We have a cutting-edge approach which blends evidence-based treatment with music to enhance client outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Establish rapport and open communication with clients dealing with behavioral or emotional issues.
• Ensure that clients are following house rules and maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
• Oversee client intake process, including conducting drug tests, searching belongings, and completing intake forms in KIPU.
• Handle client discharge procedures, including returning personal items and ensuring the client signs discharge paperwork.
• Perform drug testing (waived and random UA’s) on incoming and current clients.
• Monitor client safety with periodic checks (Q15 and Q30) throughout the day.
• Transport clients to and from groups, meetings, and outings.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the property.

Benefits: Full Time employees only

401(K)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Ideal Candidate :

• Someone passionate about supporting individuals in recovery.
• A person with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build trust with clients, and the capability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Someone who is proactive in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and progress of clients.
• Experience working in behavioral health or addiction treatment is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Recovery Unplugged values diversity and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants.

  Requirements :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License with a minimum of 4 years driving experience
• Flexibility in schedule
• Knowledge of the 12-Step model and the disease model of addiction
• Preferred experience with KIPU EMR (Electronic Medical Records)