Behavioral Health Technician

Job overview

The Behavioral Health Technician role is onsite in Dickson, TN, with stated pay of $15 per hour. The position supports patients in detox and residential care. The technician monitors patient needs and recovery-related concerns, helps maintain a recovery-focused environment, and provides practical and emotional support. The role contributes to patient safety and recovery through group support, documentation, and coordination with facility staff.

What you'll do

• Monitor patients in detox and residential care
• maintain a recovery-focused milieu
• facilitate recovery-oriented support groups
• assist with meal preparation as needed
• support patients’ recovery
• witness self-administration of non-narcotic medications as needed
• maintain facility safety
• document groups and patient updates
• report vital signs and assessment flow sheets if needed
• protect patient confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

behavioral health technician

dickson tn

freeman

detox

residential care

patient support

recovery groups

electronic medical records

hipaa

42 cfr part 2

full-time

$15/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting specifies compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2; medication witnessing and vital-sign reporting are described as needed activities.

About the employer

Freeman is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.