Behavioral Health Technician (All shifts)

Now Hiring Behavioral Health Technicians at our Umatilla, FL Facility! 

All shifts (Full Time, Part Time/PRN)

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company committed to transforming lives through comprehensive treatment. With our advanced approach to patient care, we are seeking exceptional nurses like you to join our team. We have facilities in various regions, and since our inception, we have been unwavering in our mission to support individuals on their path to recovery. To learn more about our mission and commitment, visit our website at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com.

Located in Umatilla, Florida, The Recovery Village Drug and Alcohol Rehab is dedicated to providing high-quality treatment for drug and alcohol addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions in a safe, supportive environment. Each program and service at the facility is designed to meet the needs of Florida’s diverse population and centered around effective care for each person. Our Umatilla facility offers a full variety of dual-diagnosis rehab programs that balance medical support with counseling and recreational therapies to facilitate whole-person healing. We proudly welcome both in- and out-of-state clients and tailor our services to accommodate military veterans members of the LGBTQ+ community and the elderly.

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for the observation and monitoring of patients in treatment and reporting duties as indicated and contributes to the welfare of the organization and assists patients in a variety of patient activities. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

CORE JOB DUTIES:

• Communicate and enforce facility program rules and ensure compliance in a firm but fair and professional manner.
• Communicate patient behavior with immediate supervisor and clinical team as appropriate.
• Address problem behaviors as needed through verbal de-escalation techniques.
• Adhere to time schedules
• Maintain healthy and professional boundaries with patients and staff
• Ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear, accurate and legible.
• Keep clinical records secure at all times.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate's degree and minimum one (1) year experience in BHT or similar patient care role preferred.
• In lieu of Associate's degree, minimum two (2) years experience in BHT or similar patient care role required.
• Alternatively, successful completion of the ARS training through the BHT I.
• Adult Facilities: Prefer experience working with Children and Adolescent Facilities
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards
• Agency Affiliation Counselor license as required by State (e.g. Washington)
• Medication Technician/QMAP Certification, Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical (MA) preferred or as per state requirement.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification

We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.

• Matching HSA - up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA.
• Teladoc access and visits at NO cost to the employee and eligible dependents.
• Employee Referral Bonus, you can earn up to $4000.
• Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following your hire date.
• 401(k), medical, dental, vision, and generous vacation time.

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues.  We invite you to learn more about us at our website! 

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.