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Recovery in Motion
Fairmont, Minnesota

Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$18-$21.51/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Position Description

  • Job Title
  • Behavioral Health Technician

Reports To: Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Purpose Statement

Recovery in Motion is a dedicated team of motivated individuals who work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide effective substance use disorder treatment services.

Key Result Areas

  • 95% of clock in and out compliance
  • 100% training compliance
  • 95% compliance with medication administration
  • 95% compliance with documentation/charting

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Set priorities in monitoring clients, making house rounds, documentation of pertinent information, and completion of other assignments

  • Regularly check company emails and the program calendar
  • Maintain current knowledge of program and client activities
  • Be available to clients for questions and other assistance

Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the program’s philosophy, policies, and procedures, 245G requirements, program operations, and client rights and confidentiality
  • Assist with completion of intake/admission procedures and orientation of new clients
  • Serve as a positive role model for clients
  • Participate in program activities with a positive attitude
  • Administer client medications and document accordingly
  • Complete thorough, objective, and accurate documentation
  • Utilize decision making skills while exhibiting good judgment and realistic understanding of issues
  • Set healthy boundaries with clients and coworkers
  • Complete program laundry
  • Assist in food preparation and program cleaning duties
  • Adhere to the attendance and absence policies
  • Maintain punctuality in reporting for work
  • Participate in rotational schedule, related to shifts, weekends, and holidays
  • Provide transportation to clients for appointments, intake, and discharge
  • Ensure client safety while providing transportation
  • Ensure company vehicles are cleaned after usage
  • Remain responsible for company credit card and receipts, when applicable

Required Skills and Experience (Minimum Requirements)

  • Must be 18 years old
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Complete Background Study

  • Know and understand the implications of Minnesota Statutes, sections 245G.01 through
  • 245G.22, 245A.65, 260E, 626.557, and 626.5572 and willingness to understand, learn, and carry out regulations with integrity
  • CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 30 days of employment
  • Must have a valid MN driver’s license

Proficient Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office

  • Physical ability to perform the responsibilities of the position which include, bending, stooping, sitting, walking, and lifting at least 30 pounds.
  • Be highly dependable; able to work independently

Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)

  • Previous experience in human services and/or healthcare environment as related to position responsibilities.
  • Direct client care experience with chemical dependency treatment and rehabilitation.

Location: Fairmont, Minnesota

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

Compensation

$18.00-$21.51

Key Responsibilities

The technician is responsible for monitoring clients, ensuring compliance with medication administration and charting requirements, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of program policies and client activities. Duties also include assisting with new client orientation, serving as a positive role model, and completing necessary administrative and facility tasks.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include being at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED, completing a background study, and understanding relevant Minnesota Statutes regarding behavioral health. Candidates must also possess a valid MN driver's license, be CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain certification), and have the physical ability to perform job tasks.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Client MonitoringCommunicationBoundary SettingRecord KeepingRole ModelingTeamwork

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician at Recovery in Motion a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Behavioral Health Tech roles — ranked against 1,709 active Behavioral Health Tech roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Substance Use Disorder Treatment Career Context

Substance Use Disorder Treatment pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$41k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $42k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.1
Better work-life than 80% of Behavioral Health Tech roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,709 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Fairmont

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$180k
Median resident rent
$738/mo
Residents’ average commute
13 min
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Recovery in Motion

Higher Education
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11-50 employees