Behavioral Health Technician

About Us

Our new state of the art detox/ Residential facility is part of Guardian Recovery Network (GRN), a leader in substance use disorder treatment with two decades of experience providing a full continuum of care for clients and their families throughout the recovery process.

The Detox & Recovery experience was created by top addiction treatment professionals and using extensive feedback from clients to create a truly unique and highly effective program. We serve as the Denver Areas leading substance use disorder detoxification center. Our highly trained staff utilizes detoxification protocols designed to comfortably and safely eliminate physical dependence on substances and works to effectively help clients take the first step in their recovery.

We strive to be a beacon of hope for all those struggling with addiction in the Denver area, and provide the best client experience with positive clinical outcomes for all those who are seeking treatment. If you share our values and want to be a part of our team, apply for one of our open positions!

Join Our Team

The purpose of the BHT is to assist in providing a safe environment for individuals while they are in the program. The Behavioral Health Tech assists in the admission process, answers client questions and assists client in adjusting to the program routine. The Behavioral Health Tech is the liaison between the client and the staff to report any changes in the clients physical or mental condition. The Behavioral Health Tech is responsible for supervising clients with emphasis on client safety and wellbeing. We are hiring for full-time schedules, including overnight shifts.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits such as full health benefits, vision, dental, 401(k) with a match, life insurance as well as tuition reimbursement after 12 months of employment.

In addition, candidates who work the overnight shift, will receive a $1,000.00 sign-on bonus! $500.00 at 6 months and $500.00 at 9 months of tenure.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Must have two years of continuous sobriety prior to hire, if self-identifying in recovery and participating in a self-help program

General knowledge of substance use and and mental health disorders

Responsibilities

• Assists with the admission process on new client admissions and orientation procedures and schedules.
• Records Inventory log of all personal belongings, valuables and return ticket. Ticket and valuables to be kept in the safe.
• Facilitate all orientation groups with clients.
• Fills out required lab requisitions per protocol.
• De-escalates AMA and other client problems.
• Participate in all staff meetings as scheduled.
• Provides liaison with staff and other tech to ensure that all clients needs are be met.
• Provides supervision of meals, including supervision of servers and clean up crew after each meal.
• Monitors group room to ensure cleanliness after each activity.
• Hands off information necessary for the evening Tech and staff at the end of the day shift. Maintains logbook for the continuity of care. Participates in shift turnover and ensures that the next shift has Tech on duty.
• Participate in required staff training (minimum 20 hours) and staff meetings
• Supervise clients completing the Program with emphasis on client safety and well being.
• Remind clients of program rules and regulations as necessary and report infractions appropriately.
• Provide emotional support for clients while referring them to therapy staff to deal with clinical issues.
• Complete incident reports according to policy in a timely, accurate manner.
• Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality client care.
• Participate in maintaining clean, properly supplied and efficient work areas.
• Complete UA Screen Collection per protocol
• Observe and report safety, maintenance problems.
• Interact appropriately with clients, showing them respect while maintaining boundaries.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage client behavior.
• Follows all company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties assigned

Pay: $18-$22/hour

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Denver, CO

Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Patient demographics:

• Adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overnight shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Behavioral Health Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
• Substance Use Disorder: 1 year (Preferred)
• Detox: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Denver, CO 80210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person