Women's Behavioral Healthcare Tech : Full-Time

Behavioral Healthcare Technician: Full-Time

Shift Available:

• Tuesday through Saturday 4:00 pm to 12:30 am

 Valley Hope’s New Direction’s for families is in search of a very special Behavioral Healthcare Technician (BHT), to work out of our Littleton, CO facility.  

Valley Hope restores lives affected by addiction and supports lifelong recovery.  At Valley Hope, our mission comes to life through our core values of Character, Compassion, and Commitment.  Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time?  If so, Valley Hope welcomes you!

New Directions for Families, located in Littleton, is a specialized Valley Hope treatment center dedicated to providing life-changing drug and alcohol addiction treatment for women with children (ages 0-12) and pregnant women. NDF provides a safe place for mothers to receive family-focused treatment for substance use disorder without having to be separated from their children. 

Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of our organization.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• One (1) plus years of work experience in a similar position and/or healthcare environment.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) certification within 3 months of hire.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

 

COMPENSTATION: 

• Starting range from $21.00-$24.00 /hr. based on experience and education

Shift Differentials:

• Night: $5.00
• Weekend Night: $5.50

 

 BENEFITS: 

• Medical coverage — Valley Hope pays up to 85% of premiums
• Dental & vision plans at competitive rates
• Up to 27 days of PTO (based on position and tenure)
• 8 paid holidays (including a personal day)
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition assistance to grow your career
• Student loan repayment support
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• HSA & FSA options to manage healthcare costs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for added support
• And more perks designed with you in mind!

 

JOB SUMMARY:

• Works under the supervision and direction of the Program Director.
• Conducts admission assessment for potential patients.
• Gathers history on patients entering Valley Hope’s treatment program as directed by supervising clinical staff.
• Identifies patient risk factors such as suicide and violence.
• Meets with patients in both individual and group sessions as designated by onsite supervisor.
• Monitors the residential milieu for safety; interacts with patients and children as appropriate.
• May participate in safe medication monitoring procedures.
• Plans and assists with the implementation of continuing care for assigned patients.
• Facilitates patient rehabilitation group sessions and educational workshops on recovery topics.
• Identifies needed recovery resources for housing, childcare, education, vocational development, mental health, community support groups and medical care; provides assistance to patients in accessing those resources.
• Provides education regarding substance use disorders, mental illness and prevention to patients, family members, and significant others.
• Works with all relevant and interested external parties including family members, agencies, managed care organizations, and insurance companies.
• Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Completes all clinical documentation including discharge material