Behavioral Health Technician/Recovery Support Specialist (Entry Level)

Description
Position at Pathfinders Recovery Center
Behavioral Health Tech - Residential Treatment Facility
Aurora, CO
Pathfinders Recovery Center is looking for a Behavioral Health Tech provides direct support to the clients and the Clinical/Operations Team at the facility. The Behavioral Health Tech is responsible for monitoring and documenting self-administration of medication and observing, collecting, and testing urine samples submitted by clients in accordance with policy and procedure. A Behavioral Health Tech is required to fill out the required forms for the testing, report positive test results, and submit forms accurately and in a timely manner.
Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide supervision and support to clients at the residential treatment center.
• Assist and monitor self-administration of medication.
• Offer clients guidance about recovery using the 12-step model.
• Conduct random urinalysis drug testing 2-3x weekly and as outlined procedurally.
• Monitor all drug tests by observing samples being provided via same sex staff to client interaction.
• Document all results of each sample provided and have client sign and date the form used.
• Maintain records of urine submissions, and client data related to self-administration of medication.
• Contact the Clinical Director and residential director immediately should a conflict arise regarding U/A process or self -administration of medication process.
• Report any unusual client behavior or suspicious activity to the Clinical Director and Residential Director.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere strictly to confidentiality requirements.
• Comply with all policies and procedures.
• Adhere to established standards of hygiene and universal infection control procedures in handling all samples and supplies.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED with 6 months Behavioral Health experience.
• Valid Driver's License.

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current Certification in self administration of medication procedures and related training requirements.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Salary Range:
Generally starting at $18.00 an hour.
The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.
BayMark offers excellent benefits:

• 401K match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Accident Injury, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness Plans
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

Total compensation goes beyond the value on the paycheck. Please consider the total compensation package by contacting us at BayMark Health Services for more information.
COVID-19 considerations:
Everyone will be asked to be in compliance with the most recent COVID guidelines from CDC, State, County and City.
Here is what you can expect from us:
Pathfinders Recovery is committed to helping people achieve lasting sobriety through comprehensive care and compassionate support. Founded by and staffed with individuals in recovery themselves, we treat residents with the respect and dignity they deserve.
Pathfinders Recovery is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran's status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.