About the Role

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Assistant Manager is an integral member of the administrative and treatment team, to ensure the implementation and integration of the person-centered treatment plan. This position will function in a supervisory role during evening and weekend shifts, providing direct oversight to Behavioral Health Technicians, monitor client experience, and seamlessly integrate client needs into their stay in the residential treatment program.

Under the immediate supervision of the BHT Manager, The BHT Assistant Manager will be responsible for the direct oversight of Behavioral Health Technicians, addressing both client and employee needs during evening and weekend shifts.

Why Hickory Recovery?

Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on

Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment

Our Mission

To provide high quality, acute care for adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.

What We Offer

401k
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
PTO
Vision insurance
Career development
Mental health days
Holiday pay

Job Qualifications

Associate degree preferred in a Behavioral Health Field
At minimum 1 year Management experience required.
An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person.
Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients.
Knowledge of addiction and substance use disorders.
Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide client-driven customer service, and exercise time management skills.
Scheduling flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED, with on-call assignments as needed.
Must hold a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Treatment Support

Provide consistent, daily, appropriate engagement with clients to support implementation of the treatment plan
Ensure all clients attend individual and group treatment sessions and follow the daily order of events
Make frequent rounds of the facility to monitor client behavior and needs
Coordinate weekend and evening BHT-led activities that complement the clinical program schedule
Serve as the point of contact for evening or weekend visitors (group leaders, facilitators) ensuring they are greeted, and appropriate team members are notified.

Documentation & Treatment Support

Use the EMR to accurately document all client engagements with concise, fluid communication.
Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and records in accordance with HIPAA

Professional Conduct & Team Participation

Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and maintain professional boundaries, appearance, demeanor, and communication
Attend all staff meetings and training courses as directed by the BHT Manager
Participate in performance improvement activities
Fulfill BHT work assignments when needed
Perform any other duties as assigned by the BHT Manager or Executive Director

Safety, Infection Control & Facility Support

Report safety hazards immediately
Maintain cleanliness and functional order of the facility environment
Practice infection control procedures, including proper PPE use and hand hygiene.

Compensation

$44,000-55,000 annually

Learn More

www.hickorytreatmentcenters.com

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