Behavioral Health Technician (All shifts)

Now Hiring Behavioral Health Technicians at our Stockbridge, GA Facility! 

All shifts (Full Time, Part Time/PRN)

Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS), an integrated behavioral healthcare management company, is dedicated to providing exceptional care for addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. With our facilities located across various regions of the U.S., we have been committed to furthering our mission and applying advanced approaches to patient care. Learn more about ARS and our transformative work at www.advancedrecoverysystems.com.

At Recovery Village South Atlanta (RVSA), we are committed to providing a complete continuum of care for our patients in their journey to recovery. As a 55-bed professional addiction treatment facility, RVSA offers medical detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient care, and aftercare, ensuring comprehensive and effective support. Located, just 25 miles south of downtown Atlanta, RVSA offers a safe and conducive environment for healing. Discover more about RVA at https://www.recoveryatlanta.com/south-atlanta-facility

At ARS, we value and appreciate the dedication and commitment of our team members.

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Minimum 2 years patient care experience OR; 1 year patient care experience + Associate's degree required OR;
• Alternatively, successful completion of the ARS training through the BHT I required.
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards required
• Must be able to pass a Level 2 Background Check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adult patients (18+) preferred.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification or in process of obtaining preferred.

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

BENEFITS: Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.

• Competitive Starting Pay
• Night Shift Differential: $2.00/hr
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks/year | Accrual begins on Day 1 of employment
• Retirement: 401K + match
• Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life
• Matching HSA: Up to $1500/year company contribution
• Travel Concierge, LifeMart Employee Discounts, Health Advocate, EAP Program
• And much more!

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.