Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Serenity for Life is a new women's residential program which opened October 1, 2025! It is a voluntary, 10-bed, luxury facility nestled in the mountains of Georgetown, Colorado. The number of beds and extended stay offers staff the ability to work closely with the residents and to make a difference in their lives, the lives of their loved ones, and the communities in which they reside. We utilize evidence-based practices and provide trauma informed care.

We provide a safe, relaxing environment while offering residents the tools and support needed to manage their substance use and co-occurring disorders. The single rooms with stream and mountain views from the balconies and private hot tubs offer a peaceful environment for residents to heal and grow. The numerous outdoor adventures allow the residents to learn new activities, reduce stress, improve sleep, build self-confidence, and develop long-lasting friendships. We are looking for team members who have a passion for the behavioral health field, enjoy outdoor adventures, and value open communication, teamwork, innovation, and creativity.

Position Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for providing a safe, structured, closely supervised living environment. This position works in cooperation with the clinical team in ensuring best practices are in accordance with agency standards.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the intake process by inventorying client belongings and obtaining UA and breath samples
• May assist with vital signs
• Perform rounds at designated time schedules and documents observations of client behavior
• Anticipate and respond to client needs
• Share client observations, concerns, and/or needs with medical/clinical team
• Encourage client attendance with all scheduled activities
• Escort clients to events outside of the agency such as self-help meetings, outdoor adventures, appointments, and to/from the airport or another facility
• Abide by "Vehicle Safety Emergency Policy and Procedures," including reporting any vehicle maintenance or concerns to direct supervisor
• Assist with referral and discharge resourcing and planning
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings
• Ensure that the facility is always clean and neat
• At the beginning of every week, provide a Laundry Sign-Up sheet for clients to add their information if they want to participate
• Perform common room checks for drug or alcohol related items during idle time (e.g. evenings after clients are asleep).
• Provides service coordination and case management if CAS or CAT
• Provides skill-based education if CAS or CAT

Qualifications and Preferences:

• High school diploma required
• CAS or CAT (preferred)
• One to two years of relevant experience (preferred)
• BLS/AED or CPR/AED certified or able to obtain prior to client contact
• QMAP certified or able to obtain prior to work
• ServSafe-Food Handler certified or in the process of obtaining

Schedule:

Nights, and Sunday shifts available

Serenity for Life is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs, use of marijuana, and abuse of controlled substances in the workplace is not allowed. Involvement in the unlawful use, sale, manufacture, distribution or possession of controlled substances, illicit drugs, or use of alcohol / marijuana in the workplace, or working under the influence of such substances, is not allowed and may result in disciplinary action.

As part of our commitment to providing a safe and therapeutic environment for our clients and team members, Serenity for Life requires all final candidates to successfully complete a background check and drug screening prior to employment.

Employment is contingent upon:

• Satisfactory results from a criminal background investigation, which will include state and federal records;

• Verification of credentials and prior employment, where applicable;

• A driving record check for any major or related infractions;

• A negative result on a drug screening test.

We reserve the right to withdraw an offer of employment if the results of the background check, driving record, or drug test are unsatisfactory or if information is withheld or misrepresented during the application process.

By applying for a position with Serenity for Life, you acknowledge and agree to these conditions and consent to the necessary screening processes if selected for further consideration.