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Foothills at Red Oak 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.
$34,978 / year median in North Carolina
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Foothills (Ellenboro, NC) at Red Oak Recovery is hiring Behavioral Health Technicians. We provide an enriching program that helps adult men improve their lives. Behavioral Health Technicians teach a wide variety of coping strategies and emotional regulation skills to our clients, empower clients to take responsibility for their actions, promote and encourage clients to make healthy decisions and positively motivate clients by modeling healthy behavior. Do you have a desire to work in a substance abuse recovery program that integrates wilderness and experiential therapy? Are you passionate about helping clients through their recovery process as you develop your skills with a thriving company? Red Oak Recovery might be the perfect fit for you! Responsibilities Work as part of an integrative treatment team implementing compassionate clinical care Facilitate therapeutic interventions, process groups, mindfulness sessions and educational groups Help clients navigate an interactive schedule which includes education, sports, meditation, yoga and adventure activities Lead clients on overnight adventure activities (hiking, canoeing) Provide a high level of physical and emotional safety to our clients Scheduling BHT work onsite 7.5 days on and 6.5 days off. They provide direct support for our clients throughout the day and into the evenings Staff are provided with meals during their scheduled shifts as well as staff living quarters for the purpose of leisure time and sleeping arrangements BHT remain onsite during their scheduled 7.5-day shift Education & Experience Must be willing to work 7 ½ consecutive days on shift followed by 6 ½ days off Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) Red Oak Recovery complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Red Oak Recovery is a facility of Bradford Health Services.
About Bradford Health Services:
We're officially a Great Place To Work® ! We've always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our clients. Now, we're proud to share that we've earned Great Place To Work® Certification- based entirely on feedback from our own employees.
Read more here:
https://ow.ly/YQ1C50WuRH1 This certification reflects the culture we've worked hard to build- one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership.
Our benefits include:
Medical Coverage- Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits. Expanded Coverage
- Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers. Mental Health Support
- Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching. Voluntary Coverages
- Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more. Student Loan Repayment
- Available for nurses and therapists. Retirement Benefits
- 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future. Generous PTO
- A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance. Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees
- Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.