Behavioral Health Technician - Overnight Shift - Camp Meade

About Hygea Healthcare

At Hygea Healthcare
, we are committed to transforming lives by addressing substance use disorders with compassion, innovation, and inclusivity.

Our mission is to build an ecosystem of substance abuse treatment facilities that offer a full continuum of care
—serving anyone in need, regardless of socioeconomic status or payer type. We deliver best‑in‑class, unbiased treatment
, leveraging cutting‑edge technologies and evidence‑based practices to ensure the highest quality outcomes for every individual who walks through our doors.

We envision a future where every community has access to comprehensive addiction care. Through rigorous research and model validation
, we aim to expand Hygea Healthcare's presence throughout Maryland and the Northeast
, creating a seamless network of care that supports long‑term recovery and community well‑being.

• Health – Prioritizing physical, mental, and emotional wellness
• Hope – Inspiring belief in recovery and brighter tomorrows
• Happiness – Creating environments that foster joy and purpose
• Humility – Serving with respect, empathy, and a learner’s mindset
• Humor – Embracing lightness and human connection along the journey

At Hygea, we don’t just treat addiction—we support healing, restore dignity, and empower lives.

We are looking for staff to work 12‑hour shifts, 7 pm to 7:30 am, with rotating weekends.

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for supporting and monitoring clients in the program and ensuring the physical environment is safe and clean. He/she will maintain close communication with clinical, nursing, and administrative staff to ensure client needs are met.

• Provides care to clients in a manner that promotes safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the facility through sanitizing, dusting, deep cleaning, etc., across all client areas (i.e., kitchen, dining room, gym, etc.). Assists clients with activities of daily living; attends to client behavioral problems and provides assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
• Observes and manages urine drug testing and breathalyzer screening.
• Facilitates house meetings in the absence of the Program Manager.
• Maintains confidentiality of client records.
• Maintains established institutional policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in‑service meetings, and workshops. May provide liaison with clients, client families, or external facilities and agencies.

• High School Diploma, GED, or willingness to obtain GED
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR preferred.
• Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent (Associate's degree in mental health or addiction treatment setting preferred)
• Training in motivational interviewing is a plus.
• Training in trauma‑informed care is a plus.
• Recovery coach training is a plus.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of community resources.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

At any time, Hygea Healthcare may initiate the temporary or permanent transfer of any employee to any Hygea Healthcare site in response to the organization’s and/or staff members’ needs.