Behavioral Health Technician – Sober Living Support (Evenings / Overnights / Mornings)
- Nights
- Evenings
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About the job
Job Title
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – Sober Living Support (Evenings / Overnights / Mornings)
Job Description
Provive Wellness is seeking a reliable, structured, and accountable Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support our women’s sober living home in Brentwood, TN.
This role is critical in maintaining a safe, supportive, and well-structured environment for residents in early recovery. The BHT will assist with house oversight, routine enforcement, and medication administration , while ensuring residents remain engaged in their recovery process.
This is a temporary / as-needed position with potential for ongoing opportunities based on performance and program needs.
Schedule Options
We are currently hiring for flexible coverage, including:
- Evening shifts
- Overnight shifts (sleep or awake, based on experience)
- Morning shifts
(Ability to cover multiple timeframes is a strong plus)
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain structure and accountability within the home
- Enforce house rules, curfew, and daily routines
- Monitor resident behavior and ensure a safe environment
- Administer and document medications as scheduled
- Conduct room checks and basic safety checks
- Provide support and redirection to residents as needed
- Communicate updates, concerns, and incidents to leadership
- Document shift notes clearly and accurately
- Assist with light coordination of daily house operations
Qualifications
- Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or sober living preferred
- Strong ability to set boundaries and enforce rules consistently
- Reliable, punctual, and highly accountable
- Comfortable working independently during overnight shifts
- Basic understanding of recovery principles
- Medication administration experience preferred (or willingness to be trained)
What We’re Looking For
- No-drama, calm, and structured personality
- Someone who can hold the line while still being supportive
- Strong communicator who escalates issues appropriately
- Takes ownership of their shift and the environment
Compensation
- Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
- Opportunity for additional hours and potential growth
Why Join Provive Wellness
At Provive Wellness, we focus on treating the root causes of mental health and substance use disorders. Our sober living environments are an extension of that mission - providing structure, accountability, and real support where it matters most.
From Provive Wellness's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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