Description Position Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a crucial role in providing support and assistance to both clients and staff. The primary responsibilities of a BHT are to help facilitate the daily facility and client schedule, monitor clients presence through rounds, assist in the initial intake process, work collaboratively with the treatment team, and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. Core Duties and Responsibilities: Client Care: • Provide supervision and support to clients at the facility. Offer clients guidance about recovery using the 12-step model, Refuge Recovery, or other established models when appropriate. • Encourage clients to participate in treatment plans and attend scheduled therapy and educational sessions. • Assist in client intake and orientation processes, ensuring they are comfortable and well-informed about the treatment program. • Help facilitate the daily client schedule. • Conduct random urinalysis drug testing as outlined procedurally. • Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere strictly to confidentiality requirements. Maintain clear, professional and appropriate boundaries with clients at all times, as outlined in the Employee-Client Relationship policy. • Comply with all HCANA policies and procedures. • Adhere to established standards of hygiene and universal infection control procedures in handling all samples and supplies. • Support daily operations tasks as needed. Monitoring and Observation: • Monitor client’s presence through daily rounds. • Observe and document client behaviors, symptoms, and progress as directed by the treatment team. • Monitor all drug tests by observing samples being provided via same sex staff to client interaction. • Contact the Facility Director or BHT Supervisor immediately should a conflict arise regarding the UA process. Safety and Crisis Management: • Maintain a safe and secure environment by enforcing facility rules and responding to emergencies or crises as needed. • Act as a first responder in the event of any potential client safety concerns, following facility protocols. • Participate in all required training, as outlined by facility protocol, Joint Commission standards and other local, state, and federal regulations. Documentation and Reporting: • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, observations, and incidents in electronic health records. • Collaborate with the treatment team to report any unusual client behavior or suspicious activity to the Facility Director, BHT Supervisor, and Clinical or Medical staff. Team Collaboration: • Collaborate with other members of the treatment team, including counselors, medical and support staff, to ensure comprehensive care for clients. • Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall efficiency of the facility. Requirements Qualifications and Requirements: • High school diploma or GED • Valid Driver’s License. • 18 years of age or older. • Complete and pass pre-employment requirements, such as a background check and drug test, as outlined by HCANA policies. • Understanding of the 12-steps, Refuge Recovery as well as relevant recovery literature and principles of any other established support models. • Ability to set priorities, maintain accurate medical records on each client in accordance with the treatment plan and facility policies and procedures. • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently.