Behavioral Health Technicians- All Shifts
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Job Description
Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven 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 all shifts our facility In Covington, LA!
What You'll Do
Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)
- Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment
- Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff
- Record and escalate any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner
- Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)
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 required
- Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
- Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
- Dignified character that models recovery principles
Where You'll Work
Avenues Recovery Center at Covington is a residential facility offering drug and alcohol detoxification and inpatient rehabilitation services. Merging highly individualized, targeted treatment plans with compassionate and respectful care, here you'll discover a truly unique treatment experience.
Avenues Covington is staffed by a round- the clock team of seasoned doctors, nurses, psychiatric specialists, addiction counselors and behavioral health technicians, as well as CNAs to provide constant support with Assisted Daily Living Services.
Our team utilizes an array of evidence - based therapy modalities - including CBT, DBT. EMDR, MAT and Motivational Interviewing - to achieve the best possible outcomes for every client.
Avenues' new facility is spacious, inviting and fully wheelchair - accessible, providing the serene and soothing environment so conducive to recovery.
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:
- 401K with employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long -Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
- LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
- Legal Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
- Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
- Eligible for HRSA STAR federal student loan repayment
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams, including medication supervision and client transportation. Maintain a safe recovery environment by monitoring clients and documenting all shift activities and incidents.
Requirements
Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate personality, with a high school diploma or GED preferred. A valid driver's license and CPR certification are preferred, and those in recovery must have at least one year of sustained sobriety.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 34% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Behavioral Health median $57k (middle half $39k–$71k)19 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Louisiana index 88.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Louisiana | 25 active | 1,299 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 78% no call · 34% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | +7.9% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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