Behavioral Health Technician

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals in recovery for mental health and substance use disorders? Do you thrive in a healthy and collaborative work environment where you can grow personally and professionally?

We are seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support individuals in a residential substance use treatment facility. This role involves providing direct care, monitoring and assisting with daily living skills while ensuring a safe and structured environment. The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic and committed to helping individuals struggling with substance use achieve long-term recovery.

Develop a career dedicated to connection, compassion, and community. Community Health Alliance is an employer that offers career opportunities with purpose.

At Community Health Alliance our employees are our greatest asset so we offer a full benefit program designed to support you and your family.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• Retirement plan with company match – up to 6% (full and part-time)
• Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
• Apprenticeship Program to obtain Associate's degree and LCDCII
• Company paid life insurance

• Provide care and support to individuals while maintaining a structured, therapeutic and safe environment for clients
• Monitor and assist with self-administration of medication, ensuring compliance to policies and procedures
• Support and reinforce treatment goals, engaging clients in healthy routines and recovery-focused activities
• Observe and document client behavior, reporting concerns to clinical staff as needed
• Assist with coordination of care as needed
• Monitor program schedules and ensure clients are engaged in required programming
• Facilitate daily living skills groups and structured recovery oriented activities
• Assist clients in working through crisis situations
• Perform administrative office tasks

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Driver's License and Insurable driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment or related field is preferred, but not required (on-the-job training provided)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and adhere to confidentiality regulations
• Capable of strict adherence to policies and procedures
• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect
• Competently communicates effectively verbally and in writing
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams
• Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screen as required by federal and state regulations

Community Health Alliance is a leader providing the highest industry standards for health and human services. Our agencies of Sojourner Recovery Services and TLC offer a complete continuum of mental health and substance use treatment services. We equip our clients with the resources, services, and tools they need to achieve their goals and reach their highest personal potential. Community Health Alliance is proud to play a key role in helping individuals achieve a brighter and healthier future.

Through innovation, integration, and collaboration of our agencies, the Community Health Alliance strengthens and empowers the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

Community Health Alliance is a drug testing Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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