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Avenues Recovery

Behavioral Health Technician

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$38,600 / year median in Maryland

+20% projected growth

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Behavioral Health Technician 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 821 Fieldcrest Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613 Full-time Avenues Recovery 192 reviews Full-time ➢ Who We Are Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven 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 BHTs for the second and third shifts! Must have a valid driver's license! ➢ What You'll Do Manage all daily residential operations (i.e. Intake, supervision, events, transportation, food service, medications etc.) Train and support BHT team in all operations and responsibilities Escalate any concerns or crises to Lead Behavioral Health Technician Oversee client engagement and morale, maintaining a warm and positive recovery environment Ensure client and BHT compliance to all Avenues rules, policies and procedures ➢ What We're Looking For High School diploma or GED preferred Valid driver's license and CPR certification required If in recovery, a minimum one-year period of sustained sobriety is required. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills Warm, empathetic personality with ability to set firm boundaries Dignified, honest character which models recovery principles ➢ Where You'll Work Avenues Recovery Center at Eastern Shore is a 100-bed residential facility which offers inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. Our expansive building is newly renovated, modern and appealing, offering an array of amenities and a true hotel-like experience. Set on 7.74 acres of picturesque and secluded property, Avenues at Eastern Shore provides the ideal setting for clients to heal, re-connect and re-discover themselves. Our multidisciplinary staff include therapists, clinicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, addictions counselors and behavioral health technicians who are trained in all key therapeutic modalities
  • and all of whom provide compassionate, dignified and unsurpassed care each day.
➢ 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 employer match Eligible for
HRSA STAR
federal student loan repayment 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!