Behavioral Health Technician

Join Recovery Centers of America as a Behavioral Health Technician in Easttown Township, Pennsylvania. Schedule: 11:00pm - 7:30am with every other weekend Salary: $16.80/hour POSITION OVERVIEW: The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) / Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) provides direct support and supervision to patients receiving substance abuse and behavioral health services.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitors patient activities, provides security/safety checks throughout shift, completes documentation to include, but not limited to, rounds sheets, therapeutic activities notes, and End of Shift reports; records patient behavior.

• Participates in direct patient care including ensuring patient safety and utilizing trauma-informed approaches when interacting with patients.

• Assists in the activities of patients' daily schedule.

• Recognizes signs of emotional distress, escalation, and behavioral instability and responds appropriately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience of 1 year working in behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment is preferred.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits & Compensation

• Pay rate: $16.80/hr.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

• Call responsibilities required.

• Weekend coverage may be required.

• Night or evening shifts may be required.

Apply to join Recovery Centers of America as a Behavioral Health Technician.