Job Description
Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Location: Principles Recovery Center – Davie, FL
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Must-Have Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a BHT or in a similar direct care role
- Experience working with adult clients in a substance use treatment setting
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass a Level II background check and drug screen
- Available full-time for listed schedule
About the Role
BHTs at PRC play a vital role in supporting adult clients through structured recovery programming, maintaining safety and accountability, and fostering a clean, professional environment. This role requires strong teamwork with clinicians, detailed documentation, and consistent collection of UAs. Ideal for someone dependable, calm under pressure, and passionate about helping others.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and support adult clients throughout daily programming
- Complete shift notes, room checks, incident reports, and behavior documentation
- Conduct regular headcounts, rounds, and safety checks
- Collect and document urine drug screens (UAs) in accordance with policy
- Maintain cleanliness and order of all shared program spaces
- Enforce program rules while modeling professional and respectful communication
- Collaborate with therapists, medical staff, and leadership
- Participate in team meetings and shift-change debriefs
- Escort clients to appointments or activities as needed
What We're Looking For
- Team player who collaborates well with clinical and support staff
- Strong boundaries with a calm, professional presence
- Reliable, organized, and proactive
- Committed to maintaining a therapeutic and recovery-focused environment
Job Tags
Full time, Monday to Friday, Shift work,