Position Overview
LIV Recovery is seeking an Overnight Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) who will provide steady, compassionate support to clients and help maintain a safe, structured recovery environment during overnight hours. This full-time overnight role works from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM and pays $18.00 per hour. In this role, you will help create a calm and supportive atmosphere, monitor client well-being, encourage healthy routines, complete documentation, and help ensure residents feel safe, respected, and cared for throughout the night.
Schedule and Compensation
Overnight shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Pay: $18.00 per hour.
Why Join LIV Recovery
At LIV Recovery, every team member has the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of individuals working toward healing and stability. Overnight staff play an especially important role by helping create a sense of safety, consistency, and care during some of the most vulnerable hours of the day. If you are someone who leads with compassion, values meaningful work, and wants to be part of a team committed to hope and recovery, we would welcome your contribution.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
· Self-Care & Advocacy: Teach self-care and advocacy strategies to help clients stay drug and alcohol free during program participation.
· Empathy & Understanding: Show respect and empathy for those facing serious mental health issues through understanding and shared experiences.
· Mission & Values Adherence: Consistently uphold the LIV Recovery mission and values by following all policies and demonstrating professional conduct.
· Effective Communication: Communicate clearly with staff and clients.
· Goal Achievement: Support clients individually and in groups to reach their goals and facilitate recovery activities.
· Symptom Management & Participation: Escort clients to appointments when needed, monitor recovery (bed-checks, urinalysis), and lead group sessions as outlined in care plans.
· Promoting Wellness: Support recovery efforts, encourage healthy habits, and ensure a safe environment by monitoring sobriety and promoting daily responsibilities.
Qualifications and Skills
· Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and follow-through
· Ability to remain alert, dependable, and professional during overnight hours
· Effective communication and collaboration with clients, peers, and clinical staff
· Ability to monitor residents and respond appropriately to changes in behavior or condition
· Strong organizational and time management skills
· Commitment to supporting individuals in recovery with empathy, consistency, and respect
Education and Experience
· High School Diploma or equivalent required
· Minimum of one year of continuous recovery
· Previous experience working in behavioral health, recovery, or residential care settings preferred
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work is performed in our men's residential recovery environment located at 1430 Wright St., St. Louis, MO 63107. This overnight position requires attentiveness, reliability, and the ability to support residents in a calm, structured setting during evening and early morning hours.
Additional Information
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the role.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
LIV is an equal opportunity employer. The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and is committed to administering all aspects and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation (real or perceived), gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have working with people in recovery?
Experience:
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
