Behavioral Health Tech

The Behavioral Tech I is responsible for observing and reporting on client behavior while implementing structure in daily programming. Essential Job Functions: * Facilitates clients' daily needs per the program schedule. * Conducts property searches of clients as required. * Performs urine drug screening testing of clients as required. * Provides transportation services including client transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, pick-ups etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive our vehicles and clients). * Observes and monitors clients' behavior and interactions. Documentation in communication log. * Maintains awareness of client schedules and personal time. * Conducts regular house and grounds checks, advising supervisor of any irregularities. Assists in keeping grounds and facility safe and clean. * Knowledge of drug and alcohol dependency, mental health, family systems and various recovery resources in the community. * Basic knowledge of referrals, both within and outside of our Organization * Ability to confront behavioral changes, identify a crisis, and recognize when additional assistance is necessary. * Ability to recognize personal recovery issues that have an impact on job performance and interactions with clients. * Fully understands and maintains policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and patient confidentially * Becomes familiar with the Policy and Procedures. Consistency required in following our policies and procedures. Follow emergency procedures exactly (notification protocols, transportation, etc.) Follow exact directions given and documents everything. * Assembly, breakdown and quality assurance of client charts, light filing, and answering of telephones. Knowledge, Education, Experience: * High School or GED Diploma preferred * Maintains open communication lines with facility staff, clients and families. Liaisons with community agencies, vendors, and payers of health services. * Some prior knowledge of drug/alcohol dependency and mental health issues. * Up to one-year previous work experience preferred. Employment Status: Full time Schedule: Overnight 10pm-8:30am Work Location: Onsite Compensation: Pay Range: $21-25 hourly