Behavioral Health Technician (PRN)

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Compensation

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The week · per this posting

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Reprieve offers a phased, holistic recovery program focused on rebuilding connections to self, spirituality, and community. Through personalized care, therapeutic support, and family involvement, residents gain the tools needed for sustainable sobriety and a purposeful life.

We believe that recovery involves more than just stopping abusing dangerous substances; it’s about rebuilding connections with oneself, the community, and spirituality.

Our unique phased approach to long-term addiction recovery emphasizes individual growth, therapeutic support, and community building, equipping residents with the necessary tools for sustainable sobriety and a meaningful life.

We are seeking a PRN Behavioral Health Technician to add to our dynamic team. Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) are integral in the overall functioning of the facility. In all instances, BHTs will interact with the patient in accordance with established treatment policies and procedures. BHTs may facilitate patient orientation, as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in luggage and body searches
  • Monitor and sometimes facilitate the Book Studies and Recovery meetings
  • Must be aware of patient locations, at all times, circulating around the facility on a regular basis and document hourly checks
  • Assure that all patients follow the Bradford Program Schedule and are on time for each assignment
  • Supervise and sometime facilitate patient activities as directed
  • Assure the patients are in their rooms at the designated time in the evening
  • Oversee med line to prevent diversion and to de-escalate situations as they arise
  • Assist patients to and from activities, medication times, and meals when unable to physically walk
  • Assist the counselor as assigned and engage in appropriate documentation
  • Responsible for the adherence to all applicable policies and procedures
  • Demonstrates the ability to assist patients in overcoming their denial and resistance to treatment and completion of treatment goals
  • Demonstrated the ability to manage communities, redirect behavior, and document shift reports
  • Attend staff training and programs as directed
  • Assist nurses as directed by supervisor
  • Drive patients to and from appointments, to include patient outings, as directed
  • Drive to purchase patient sundries and miscellaneous items; including nicotine products as directed
  • Must maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
  • Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness as to perform the job in a safe manner
  • Must be able to work in a cooperative manner with co-workers, managers, clients, and prospective clients
  • Regular attendance

Qualifications

  • Candidates must possess the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of the principles of chemical dependency recovery
  • Maintain records and have good communication skills
  • Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record
  • Must be able to walk within the facility and on the grounds of the facility for approximately one (1) mile per every eight (8) hour shift
  • Must be able to continuously sit for approximately three (3) hours per eight (8) hour shift
  • Must be able to administer CPR and be certified
  • Must be able to see and hear constantly
  • Must be emotionally and physically capable of functioning under stressful situations
  • Must be able to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to one (1) hour
  • If recovering, two years of continuous verifiable abstinence

Preferred Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS preferred
  • One year experience in alcohol/drug treatment with direct patient contact preferred

We’re officially a Great Place to Work®! We’ve always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we’re proud to share that we’ve earned Great Place to Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees. This certification reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership.

At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being.

  • Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
  • Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
  • Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
  • Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
  • Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
  • Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
  • Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
  • Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

PRN Weekend Employment (7:00AM - 3:00PM)

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient MonitoringCrisis De-escalationCPR CertificationPatient SupportSafety ComplianceMedication OversightConflict ResolutionTeam Collaboration

Addiction Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician (PRN) at ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Addiction Medicine (Behavioral Health Tech) — ranked against 37 active Addiction Medicine (Behavioral Health Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Salary Distribution20 jobs · 13 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks15 jobs · 13 employers

401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.9
Among the best 10% of Addiction Medicine (Behavioral Health Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 37 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Tuscaloosa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$241k≈ 7.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,448/mo≈ 56% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.7
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Tuscaloosa, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Birmingham, AL
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Coverage
Mental Health Support
Voluntary Coverages
Student Loan Repayment
Retirement Benefits (401k)
Generous PTO
Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees