Behavioral Health Technician / Operations Assistant

Experienced Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)Location: Delray Beach, FL (On-site)Job Type: Full-TimePay: $18–$21 per hour, based on experienceSchedule: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 3:45 PMStart Date: ASAPAbout the RoleAvento Health is a recruiting agency partnering with a PHP/IOP in the Delray Beach, Florida area. Our client provides structured, trauma-informed care for individuals navigating substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and process addictions, including sex addiction, gambling addiction, and pornography addiction.This is not just a standard Behavioral Health Technician role. Our client is seeking someone ambitious, hands-on, and eager to grow with the organization. The right candidate will support client care while also helping build the operations side of the treatment program from the ground up.This position is designed for someone who wants more than a routine support role. It offers a fast-track growth opportunity for a candidate who demonstrates leadership, initiative, accountability, and a desire to help shape systems, workflows, and program structure over time. The long-term goal is for the right person to grow into an Operations Manager role.What Our Client Is Looking ForAmbitious, proactive, and motivated to grow within a behavioral health organizationA true go-getter who wants to take ownership and help build something meaningfulStrong interest in substance use treatment, process addiction, and mental health careComfortable being hands-on with clients while also thinking operationallyInterested in helping improve workflows, systems, and day-to-day program structureSensitive to or familiar with Jewish culture and able to work thoughtfully within that contextExcited by the opportunity to create and define the role as they growSomeone experienced working with the LBGTQ communityKey ResponsibilitiesProvide direct support, supervision, and behavioral monitoring for clients throughout the program dayMaintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that supports treatment goalsAssist with client check-in, attendance tracking, transitions, and daily programmingSupport group sessions by helping manage logistics, observing client participation, and reporting concerns to the clinical teamConduct routine safety checks and monitor client behavior, mood, and engagementDocument observations accurately and communicate client concerns, incidents, or changes in presentation to clinical staff in a timely mannerUse Sunwave EMR to support documentation, tracking, and coordination of daily client activities as neededAssist with transportation of clients as needed in accordance with company policiesCollaborate with clinical and administrative staff to support smooth daily program flow and continuity of careHelp identify opportunities to improve operational processes, systems, and workflowsSupport the development of day-to-day structure and organizational consistency within the programDemonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, leadership potential, and appropriate boundaries in all client interactionsRequirementsClean driving recordAbility to pass a Level 2 background checkReliable transportationStrong interpersonal, communication, and observational skillsAbility to maintain professional boundaries in a behavioral health settingComfortable working in a structured, fast-paced environmentBasic computer proficiency and comfort working in an EMR systemCultural sensitivity required; understanding of or sensitivity to Jewish culture strongly preferredStrong sense of initiative, accountability, and willingness to take ownershipPreferred QualificationsAt least 1 year of experience as a Behavioral Health Technician, Mental Health Technician, Recovery Support Staff, or in a similar behavioral health support roleExperience working with substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder, process addiction, or mental health populationsExperience in a treatment center, crisis setting, community behavioral health setting, or similar care environmentExperience using Sunwave EMR or similar behavioral health documentation systemsCPR and First Aid certificationAbility to remain calm, professional, and engaged in a high-acuity or fast-moving clinical environmentDemonstrated interest in leadership, operations, program development, or long-term growth within a treatment settingWhy This RoleStable full-time weekday schedule with daytime hoursOpportunity to join a treatment program serving clients with substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, and process addictionsChance to help build the operational side of a growing program from the ground upHands-on role with meaningful exposure to both client care and program developmentEqual Opportunity EmployerAvento Health is a recruiting agency. We evaluate candidates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer as well. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please let us know and we will help coordinate.SMS ConsentBy applying to this job, you agree that Avento Health may contact you about this and similar opportunities by email, phone, and SMS text message, including the possible use of automated technology. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP, and you can reply HELP for assistance.#ZR