Behavioral Health Technician

Position Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a crucial role in providing support and assistance to both clients and staff. The primary responsibilities of a BHT are to help facilitate the daily facility and client schedule, monitor clients presence through rounds, assist in the initial intake process, work collaboratively with the treatment team, and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. 

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

Client Care:

• Provide supervision and support to clients at the facility. Offer clients guidance about recovery using the 12-step model, Refuge Recovery, or other established models when appropriate. 
• Encourage clients to participate in treatment plans and attend scheduled therapy and educational sessions.
• Assist in client intake and orientation processes, ensuring they are comfortable and well-informed about the treatment program.
• Help facilitate the daily client schedule.
• Conduct random urinalysis drug testing as outlined procedurally. 
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere strictly to confidentiality requirements. Maintain clear, professional and appropriate boundaries with clients at all times, as outlined in the Employee-Client Relationship policy.
• Comply with all HCANA policies and procedures.
• Adhere to established standards of hygiene and universal infection control procedures in handling all samples and supplies. 
• Support daily operations tasks as needed.  

Monitoring and Observation: 

• Monitor client’s presence through daily rounds. 
• Observe and document client behaviors, symptoms, and progress as directed by the treatment team.
• Monitor all drug tests by observing samples being provided via same sex staff to client interaction. 
• Contact the Facility Director or BHT Supervisor immediately should a conflict arise regarding the UA process. 

Safety and Crisis Management:

• Maintain a safe and secure environment by enforcing facility rules and responding to emergencies or crises as needed.
• Act as a first responder in the event of any potential client safety concerns, following facility protocols.
• Participate in all required training, as outlined by facility protocol, Joint Commission standards and other local, state, and federal regulations.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, observations, and incidents in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to report any unusual client behavior or suspicious activity to the Facility Director, BHT Supervisor, and Clinical or Medical staff. 

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, including counselors, medical and support staff, to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall efficiency of the facility.

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED 
• Valid Driver’s License.  
• 18 years of age or older.  
• Complete and pass pre-employment requirements, such as a background check and drug test, as outlined by HCANA policies. 
• Understanding of the 12-steps, Refuge Recovery as well as relevant recovery literature and principles of any other established support models.   
• Ability to set priorities, maintain accurate medical records on each client in accordance with the treatment plan and facility policies and procedures. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently.