Behavioral Health Technician

At Pinelands you will have the opportunity to work closely within a team of professionals consisting of substance use experts, all dedicated to promoting lasting health and healing. Clinical supervision and guidance are provided on total client care and therapeutic milieu management, as well as career growth and personal development oversight. You will develop an individualized growth plan which will help you develop your professional skills and career objectives.

If you are looking for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of thought, and rewards passionate execution, you’ve come to the right place.  Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and reward those who serve them. 

Compensation Range: $16-18 per hour

Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience.

Our Offer to You!

We are dedicated to empowering our employees with their professional and personal development by providing:  

• 401(k) 
• Healthcare benefits 
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Weekly training opportunities 
• Advancement opportunities within the organization 

A Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission to discharge.  BHT responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing milieu interventions, and supporting patients as they navigate the treatment process. As the Tech team is available to the patient on a twenty-four-hour basis, careful patient monitoring and communication with the treatment team is essential. 

Responsibilities 

• Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that always represents DBH values.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
• Exhibits understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
• Understand and maintain professional boundaries and professional ethics.
• Follows directions as given by all facility leadership.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
• Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as necessary.
• Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Delivers indirect and selected direct patient care as directed by facility leadership.
• Conducts intake processes, searches of belongings and patients and completes BAC’s and drug screen observations as directed by facility leadership.
• Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues.
• Records rounds and ensures patient safety as specified.
• Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
• Notifies and reports any health and safety issues, significant patient concerns and any out of the ordinary occurrences to facility leadership immediately.
• Completes all documentation requirements prior to the end of the shift.
• Performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
• Monitors and oversees the self-administration of patient medication if applicable.
• Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time position that will work Sunday to Thursday 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm. 

For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at pinelandsrecovery.com.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and unrestricted required State Driver’s License if applicable
• Minimum of 1 year sobriety if in recovery
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to document within an electronic system.
• First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire and required recertification annually thereafter.
• De-escalation/restraint technique certification within 90 days of hire and recertification yearly thereafter.
• Medication training within 30 days of hire if applicable.

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.