Behavioral Health Technician
Listed compensation
$19-$21/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with 21 locations across 7 states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment.
Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
Now Hiring Behavioral Health Technicians for our inpatient detox and residential facility in Aurora, CO!
What You'll Do
Manage all daily residential operations (i. e. Intake, supervision, events, transportation, food service, medications etc.)
- Train and support BHT team in all operations and responsibilities
- Escalate any concerns or crises to Lead Behavioral Health Technician
- Oversee client engagement and morale, maintaining a warm and positive recovery environment
- Ensure client and BHT compliance to all Avenues rules, policies and procedures
What We're Looking For
High School diploma or GED preferred
Valid Driver's License and CPR Certification Preferred
- If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety is required.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries
- Dignified, honest character which models recovery principles
Why Join Us?
Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
- Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
- 401(k) with employer match
- Eligibility for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D
- Short- and long-term disability options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Medical and Dependent Care FSA
- Optional benefits including legal coverage, pet insurance, and identity protection
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician manages daily residential operations, including intake, supervision, and medication administration. They also support the BHT team and ensure client compliance with facility policies and procedures.
Requirements
Candidates should possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a warm, empathetic personality. A high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and CPR certification are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Addiction Treatment Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$42k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Addiction Treatment listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $40k–$44k | Addiction Treatment median $47k (middle half $41k–$53k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$40k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Addiction Treatment listings in Colorado | 45 active | 1,599 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 78% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | US healthcare professional listings: 5% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 13% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Addiction Treatment pay trend | −2.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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