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Job Description
Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Setting: Detox / Residential Treatment Facility
Location: Encino, CA
Schedule: Full-Time, AM & Swing Shift available
Pay: $21 / hour
About Us We are a leading behavioral health and substance use treatment facility in Tarzana, CA. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care for individuals on their journey to recovery. Through a structured and supportive environment, we empower clients to build the skills and stability needed for lasting wellness.
Position Summary We are seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team on the swing shift. The BHT is responsible for monitoring and supporting clients throughout detox and residential treatment, ensuring safety, structure, and a therapeutic environment. This role is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, dependable, and eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor client safety and well-being, including conducting routine checks and observations.
Support admissions, discharges, and client orientations.
Accurately document client behavior, daily activities, and incidents in compliance with facility standards.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, following established protocols.
Assist with group activities, daily schedules, and transportation when necessary.
Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living environment in line with DHCS and Joint Commission standards.
Collaborate with clinical and nursing staff to support individualized treatment plans.
Model professionalism, healthy boundaries, and recovery-oriented behavior.
Qualifications
RADT (Registered Alcohol / Drug Technician) required.
High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in psychology, counseling, or related field preferred.
Prior experience in detox, residential, or behavioral health settings strongly preferred.
Knowledge of addiction, recovery, and co-occurring mental health disorders a plus.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situations.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
CPR / First Aid certification preferred.
Compensation & Schedule
Full-time, AM & Swing Shift Shift AVAILABLE!
$21 / hour
Opportunities for advancement and training in behavioral health.
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Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Setting: Detox / Residential Treatment Facility
Location: Encino, CA
Schedule: Full-Time, AM & Swing Shift available
Pay: $21 / hour
About Us We are a leading behavioral health and substance use treatment facility in Tarzana, CA. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care for individuals on their journey to recovery. Through a structured and supportive environment, we empower clients to build the skills and stability needed for lasting wellness.
Position Summary We are seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team on the swing shift. The BHT is responsible for monitoring and supporting clients throughout detox and residential treatment, ensuring safety, structure, and a therapeutic environment. This role is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, dependable, and eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor client safety and well-being, including conducting routine checks and observations.
Support admissions, discharges, and client orientations.
Accurately document client behavior, daily activities, and incidents in compliance with facility standards.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, following established protocols.
Assist with group activities, daily schedules, and transportation when necessary.
Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive living environment in line with DHCS and Joint Commission standards.
Collaborate with clinical and nursing staff to support individualized treatment plans.
Model professionalism, healthy boundaries, and recovery-oriented behavior.
Qualifications
RADT (Registered Alcohol / Drug Technician) required.
High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in psychology, counseling, or related field preferred.
Prior experience in detox, residential, or behavioral health settings strongly preferred.
Knowledge of addiction, recovery, and co-occurring mental health disorders a plus.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situations.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
CPR / First Aid certification preferred.
Compensation & Schedule
Full-time, AM & Swing Shift Shift AVAILABLE!
$21 / hour
Opportunities for advancement and training in behavioral health.
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