Behavioral Health Medication Technician FT Nights

We are looking for dynamic and compassionate Behavioral Health Medication Technicians to join our TEAM in Columbus, OH!

The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab (RVC) is dedicated to connecting those struggling with substance use disorder to hope. We’re here to help through every step of the process, from detox to discharge. Multidisciplinary treatment delivered by compassionate physicians, clinicians and addiction specialists help clients get to the root of their addictions, while first-rate amenities like yoga and art therapy promote mind and body healing.

The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab is a premier treatment facility in the picturesque town of Groveport, Ohio. Our facility is close enough to airports and major roadways for convenience, but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Columbus to encourage renewal and relaxation. RVC, an 80-bed facility, offers a complete continuum of care, from medical detox and inpatient treatment to outpatient care and aftercare. Our care team of doctors, clinicians, counselors and addiction professionals at The Recovery Village Columbus Drug and Alcohol Rehab use their years of experience to provide high-quality and compassionate care to those seeking recovery. 

Take the first step toward making a difference and saving lives.

The Behavioral Health Medication Technician is responsible for reading and understanding a medication order while monitoring the client’s self-administration of medication. The Behavioral Health Medication Technician should also be able to retrieve, store and dispose of medication properly. This role will also provide observation 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:
1. Obtains and records patient vital signs.
2. Observe and record patient self-administration of medication.
3. Maintains a filing system for various company functions.
4. Assists with projects from other departments as necessary.
5. Address problem behavior as needed through verbal de-escalation techniques.
6. Communicate and enforce facility program rules and ensure compliance in a firm but fair and professional manner.
7. Communicate patient behavior with immediate supervisor and clinical team as appropriate.
8. Adhere to time schedules
9. Maintain healthy and professional boundaries with patients and staff
10. Ensure that documentation is timely, consistent, clear, accurate and legible.
11. Keep clinical records secure at all times.

Other Required Duties:
12. Encourage patient to maintain Recovery post-discharge
13. Understand and apply the program’s clinical philosophy
14. Communicate all urgent matters with immediate supervisor.
15. Maintain good communication, both written and verbal.
16. Assist nurses during intake as well as taking vital signs and weights. Notify nurse of any abnormalities
17. May provide for additional holistic activities as per employee’s certification (i.e. Yoga, Massage Therapy, Meditation, etc.).
18. May provide for transportation of patients.
19. During State of Emergency, ensures appropriate Behavioral Health Technician staffing levels are maintained at all times and may be required to remain onsite throughout the State of Emergency period.
20. Other duties as assigned.

FT Nights shifts available. 

Schedule: 3 / 12-hour shifts

Urgently Hiring: FT Nights (7p-7a)

What we offer:

• $2.00 Night Shift Differential
• Free Teladoc access and visits to employee and eligible dependents! 
• Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.
• Matching HSA - up to $1500/yr contribution from the company to your HSA
• 401(k), medical, dental, vision, and generous vacation time!
• Employee Referral Bonus - you can earn up to $4000.

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• Associate’s Degree and minimum one (1) year experience in BHT or similar role required.
• In lieu of Associate’s Degree, minimum two (2) years experience in BHT or similar patient care role required.
• Successful completion of the ARS Medication Technician training.
• Adult Facilities: Prefer experience working with adults.
• Children and Adolescent Facilities: Prefer experience working with children and adolescents.
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards.
  

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Med Tech Certification Course (annually) or QMAP Certification (Colorado) required.Preferred in New Jersey.
• CNA, MA, Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) or in process of obtaining preferred.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders 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.