What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technicians position at Avenues Recovery?
Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with seventeen locations across six states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical curriculum and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
Now hiring Behavioral Health Technicians for our facility on Covington, LA!
What You'll Do
- Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)
- Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment
- Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff
- Record and escalate any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner
- Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)
What We're Looking For
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Driver's license and CPR certification preferred
- If in recovery, a minimum one - year period of sustained sobriety required
- Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
- Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
- Dignified character that models recovery principles
Where You'll Work
Avenues Recovery Center at Covington is a residential facility offering drug and alcohol detoxification and inpatient rehabilitation services. Merging highly individualized, targeted treatment plans with compassionate and respectful care, here you'll discover a truly unique treatment experience. Avenues Covington is staffed by a round- the clock team of seasoned doctors, nurses, psychiatric specialists, addiction counselors and behavioral health technicians, as well as CNAs to provide constant support with Assisted Daily Living Services. Our team utilizes an array of evidence - based therapy modalities - including CBT, DBT. EMDR, MAT and Motivational Interviewing - to achieve the best possible outcomes for every client. Avenues' new facility is spacious, inviting and fully wheelchair - accessible, providing the serene and soothing environment so conducive to recovery.
Why Join Us?
Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
- 401K with 100% employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long -Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
- LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
- Legal Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
- Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Apply today!
