Behavioral Health Tech Jobs in Louisiana
Behavioral health tech jobs in Louisiana are in steady demand, concentrated in behavioral health hospitals, community mental health centers, substance use treatment programs, and state-run psychiatric facilities serving the region from New Orleans and Baton Rouge to Shreveport. Hiring is active at employers with deep Louisiana roots such as Ochsner Health, Louisiana Department of Health facilities, and Acadia Healthcare's network of behavioral health hospitals across the state. The most consistent openings are for techs with experience in crisis stabilization, residential care, and co-occurring disorder programs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical program and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
Now hiring Substance BHT/Driver for our Outpatient Program located in Metairie, LA!
What You'll Do
- Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)
- Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment
- Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff
- Record and escalate any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner
- Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)
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Monitor transportation schedule, safely transporting clients for admit, discharge and
appointments as necessary - Collect and deliver all external appointment documentation and lab specimens as necessary
- Engage clients on peer support level during transport, and assist with any luggage
- Ensure vehicle is well-maintained, fully fueled, and ready for use at all times
What We're Looking For
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Driver's license and CPR certification preferred
- If in recovery, a minimum one - year period of sustained sobriety required
- Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
- Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
- Dignified character that models recovery principles
- Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred
- Extensive knowledge of all motor vehicle laws
Where You'll Work
Avenues Extended Care is an intensive outpatient facility offering outpatient clinical drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. With a robust yet flexible schedule of individual and group therapies and holistic arts, Avenues Extended Care is the ideal solution for those who have completed inpatient treatment yet want continued support as they transition back into real life. The skilled and compassionate staff here provide quality clinical services and medication-assisted treatment, and continuous support as clients ease back to daily living. Our fresh, beautiful facility offers ample space, as well as amenities like a fully stocked client lounge, client kitchen, and outdoor recreational areas. Avenues Extended Care provides a safe, supportive space for clients to strengthen their sober skills and bring their successes into real life.
Why Join Us?
Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
- 401K with 100% employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long -Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
- LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
- Legal Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
- Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Apply today!
Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical program and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
Now hiring Substance BHT/Driver for our Outpatient Program located in Metairie, LA!
What You'll Do
- Provide day-to-day operational support to medical and clinical teams (admissions, transportation, meals, medication, supervision, phones etc.)
- Engage and build rapport with clients, creating a warm, accepting recovery environment
- Monitor clients and enforce all Avenues policies to ensure safety of both clients and staff
- Record and escalate any critical communication/ incidents in a timely manner
- Fulfill all administrative duties (shift documentation, inventory, meetings, office support etc.)
-
Monitor transportation schedule, safely transporting clients for admit, discharge and
appointments as necessary - Collect and deliver all external appointment documentation and lab specimens as necessary
- Engage clients on peer support level during transport, and assist with any luggage
- Ensure vehicle is well-maintained, fully fueled, and ready for use at all times
What We're Looking For
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Valid Driver's license and CPR certification preferred
- If in recovery, a minimum one - year period of sustained sobriety required
- Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
- Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
- Dignified character that models recovery principles
- Minimum 1-year experience in treatment industry preferred
- Extensive knowledge of all motor vehicle laws
Where You'll Work
Avenues Extended Care is an intensive outpatient facility offering outpatient clinical drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. With a robust yet flexible schedule of individual and group therapies and holistic arts, Avenues Extended Care is the ideal solution for those who have completed inpatient treatment yet want continued support as they transition back into real life. The skilled and compassionate staff here provide quality clinical services and medication-assisted treatment, and continuous support as clients ease back to daily living. Our fresh, beautiful facility offers ample space, as well as amenities like a fully stocked client lounge, client kitchen, and outdoor recreational areas. Avenues Extended Care provides a safe, supportive space for clients to strengthen their sober skills and bring their successes into real life.
Why Join Us?
Avenues features a rich, enjoyable workplace culture where each employee is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
- 401K with 100% employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long -Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
- LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
- Legal Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
- Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Apply today!
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What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health tech jobs across Louisiana.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by a Louisiana educational authority
- Current CPR and first aid certification from an accredited provider
- Experience in a behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance use treatment setting
- Ability to complete Louisiana-required crisis intervention or de-escalation training
- Clean background check meeting Louisiana Department of Health provider standards
- Familiarity with electronic health records used in Louisiana behavioral health settings
Behavioral Health Tech Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health tech in Louisiana?
Most Louisiana employers hire behavioral health techs with a high school diploma or equivalent and require completion of employer-provided or facility-specific orientation training, as the state does not currently issue a separate behavioral health tech license. Many facilities require applicants to obtain a crisis intervention certificate such as the Crisis Prevention Institute's Nonviolent Crisis Intervention credential before or shortly after hire. Facilities regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health may require additional background clearances and competency evaluations as a condition of employment.
Which companies hire behavioral health techs in Louisiana?
Louisiana behavioral health tech roles are posted by Collage Rehabilitation Partners, LCMC Health, and Avenues Recovery and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Louisiana's network of state psychiatric hospitals, Acadia Healthcare campuses, and community mental health centers operated through the Louisiana Department of Health represent some of the most consistent sources of openings across the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most behavioral health tech jobs?
Covington and New Orleans account for the most behavioral health tech openings in Louisiana. New Orleans drives volume through its large hospital systems and concentration of outpatient behavioral health providers, Baton Rouge anchors state government-run psychiatric and developmental disability services, and Shreveport supports demand through regional behavioral health hospitals and Veterans Affairs facilities serving northwest Louisiana.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health tech in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Louisiana's state-operated psychiatric hospitals and Acadia Healthcare campuses, which regularly hire entry-level techs and provide structured on-the-job training. Candidates who have worked as direct support professionals, psychiatric unit assistants, or residential counselors at Louisiana group homes or developmental disability programs are competitive for first behavioral health tech roles. Completing a crisis intervention certification before applying and volunteering with a Louisiana community mental health center strengthens a candidacy when paid experience is limited.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health tech jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to behavioral health tech jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings across inpatient facilities, community mental health centers, and residential programs. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, credentials, and preferred region of the state, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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