What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician - New Jersey position at Epiphany Wellness LLC?
About the Job:
Are you passionate about helping clients discover their own sense of recovery? Have you been looking for an opportunity to create an impact? At Epiphany Wellness, our mission is true transformation by leading the way we reinvent & treat addiction.
Our company is dedicated to providing the highest level of care using known and proven methods for our client's success. We strive to meet our main goal to help everyone live a happy and healthy life without substance abuse issues, addiction, or mental health concerns.
We are looking for a Recovery Behavioral Health Technician who will work closely with clients to determine their rehabilitation needs and to provide individualized treatment by providing structured as well as holistic healing. Supports clients with foundational well-being that develops the skills needed to overcome, heal & grow to sustain long-term sobriety.
The Recovery Behavioral Health Technician acts as a representative of Epiphany Wellness. BHT’s observe all client activity and maintain visible presence of the clients at all times. BHT’s maintain excellent reporting skills on client whereabouts, any and all issues that arise, and basic needs while on shift. BHT’s are responsible for making sure clients are attending their clinical hours and getting the help they need to obtain long-term sobriety.
What will your day look like? You will:
Client safety is Epiphany’s top priority, BHT’s performs this by maintaining a safe therapeutic environment for clients at all times.
Maintain daily/weekly structure and schedule for clients as outlined in the client schedule.
Observation of client medication that is considered a controlled substance
Ensure clients are filling out self-observation sheets for medication.
Completing rounds at the beginning, throughout, and at the end of the shift. When clients are placed on Q30 rounds complete them accordingly with appropriate documentation
Overnight is responsible for hourly rounds unless otherwise specified for high-risk clients, all rounds documented in the BHT chat
Transporting clients to and from appointments, clinical services, employment if applicable, and other outside activities. Ensuring Epiphany’s driving policy is being followed and if an accident occurs, accident policy is followed
Performing Urinalysis as assigned, reading urinalysis results on a 12 panel and reporting and recording appropriate documentation as well as communicating to appropriate supervisor.
Performing breathalyzers on clients as assigned. Reporting any results over 0.00 to on-call supervisor
Reporting and completing shift notes for each shift
Following the chain of command at all times. Being aware of when and how to report any and all issues on shift including but not limited to facilities, clients, and other staff
Building positive relationships with clients and staff
Utilizing BHT chat when on shift for communication with other staff and supervisor
Flexibility - BHT scheduling (coverage can be needed at any time). Client schedule changes, last-minute intakes, behavioral issues etc.
Searching client belongings upon intake, vehicles, and rooms as assigned by BHT Supervisor
Reporting Suicidal Ideation and Homicidal Ideations of any and all patients
Completing client intakes, following all steps as outlined intake protocol
Crisis intervention included but not limited to client altercation (verbal or physical), relapse, behavioral issues
AMA blocking as needed
Facilitating client rules and responsibilities and reporting non-compliance to the supervisor
What you will need for this position:
Minimum of one (1) year in the Recovery/Substance Abuse field (preferred).
Working knowledge of 12-Step Program, AA or NA preferred.
Highschool Diploma or GED.
Behavioral Health Technician Certification; preferred.
CPR Certified; preferred.
Standard First Aid Certification; preferred.
Valid Driver's License; required.
Who we are:
Epiphany Wellness is a state-of-the-art alcohol & drug addiction rehab center located in Blackwood, New Jersey & Nashville, Tennessee. Our expert, evidence-based program offers PHP, IOP, and OP treatment for substance abuse disorder. Our program is personalized based upon the needs of each individual, and our clinical team creates custom-tailored recovery plans for each patient. Start your journey to support lasting recovery today!
Here at Epiphany Wellness, we foster an environment that encourages our team members to grow and develop their careers organically.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary
Flexible Schedule
Comprehensive benefits package includes medical HMO or PPO, dental, and vision
Vacation and Sick benefits
Paid Bank Observed Holidays
A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
Epiphany Wellness is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Epiphany Wellness makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
