Behavioral Health Technician - 3rd Shift

Tallapoosa, GA

Full Time

Entry Level

Behavioral Health Technician (Adolescent Residential)

Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat
Shift: 3rd Shift | 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (Weekends Required)
Pay: Starting at $18.00/hour
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat

Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat (HCRR) provides residential mental health treatment for adolescents ages 11–17. Our clients may present with complex behavioral health needs, including self-harm, aggression, suicidal ideation, substance use, trauma, mood instability, depression, and anxiety.

We are seeking Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) who are dependable, observant, and compassionate—professionals who can maintain a calm, structured, and safe environment during overnight hours while supporting adolescents who may be actively symptomatic.

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Technician is a vital member of the Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat System of Care. Under the supervision of the Director of Housing and Transportation, the BHT is responsible for ensuring client safety, monitoring overnight activity, documenting behavior, and maintaining a supportive, therapeutic milieu throughout the residential program.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain continuous overnight supervision and ensure a safe, therapeutic environment
Provide calm, consistent support and positive role modeling for adolescent clients
Monitor, observe, and document client behavior and overnight activity
Conduct client counts and maintain accurate documentation
Supervise self-administered medications as directed
Assist with overnight structure and routines as established by leadership
Complete and submit incident reports and immediately notify leadership of safety concerns
Report medical emergencies, elopements, or ACA incidents promptly
Complete end-of-shift reports via email to the Director
Orient new admissions and complete residential intake documentation as needed
Search new client belongings to prevent contraband entry
Conduct random residential searches for contraband
Monitor curfews and ensure compliance with program rules
Transport clients as needed using company vehicles
Attend staff meetings and mandatory trainings
Follow all infection control, safety, and facility protocols
Report any illness or symptoms of contagious disease to leadership

Knowledge, Skills & Training

Ability to remain alert, calm, and decisive during overnight hours
Strong crisis-management, problem-solving, and stress-management skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
Knowledge of substance use disorders and their behavioral and emotional impact
Ability to recognize medical emergencies and take appropriate action
Familiarity with emergency procedures, overdose response, First Aid, and CPR
Flexibility to adapt to changing program needs and overnight responsibilities

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED (required)
CPR Certification preferred
Must pass a Level 2 Background Check
Preferred (not required): 0–1 year of experience working with adolescents in behavioral health, psychiatric, chemical dependency, residential, PHP, or outpatient settings

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Opportunities for advancement and professional growth

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