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Substance Use Monitor

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$38K/yr

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How much do substance use technician jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for substance use technician in the United States is $53,087.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $63,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Substance Use Technician vs Substance Abuse Counselor?

AspectSubstance Use TechnicianSubstance Abuse Counselor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; state licensure or certification required
Work EnvironmentClinics, treatment centers, hospitalsTherapy settings, outpatient clinics, residential programs
Job FocusAssisting with daily activities, monitoring, and supportProviding counseling, developing treatment plans

Substance Use Technicians primarily support clients through monitoring and assistance, while Substance Abuse Counselors provide therapy and develop treatment strategies. Both roles often work together in treatment settings, but their responsibilities and required credentials differ.

What does a substance use technician do?

A substance use technician assists individuals with substance use disorders by monitoring their progress, providing support, and ensuring adherence to treatment plans. They may conduct assessments, document patient behavior, and work under the supervision of healthcare professionals in treatment settings. Certification or training in addiction counseling is often required for this role.

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Substance Use Disorder Technician

Springfield, MO

Brightli
Health Care and Social Assistance
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Job Description:

Job Title:Substance Use Disorder Technician

Location:Springfield, Missouri

Department:Recovery Services

Employment Type:Full time

Job Summary:Join our compassionate, collaborative team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people recovering from substance use-help clients build safety, stability, and hope while growingyourclinical and interpersonal skills. Five reasons to apply: meaningful patient-facing impact, structured training and professional development, supportive multidisciplinary treatment team, opportunities for hands-on clinical experience (vital signs, medication observation, group facilitation), and a mission-driven workplace that values dignity and recovery. Weseekempathetic, observant, and dependable individuals who communicate clearly, model calm under pressure, and support trauma-informed care.

The Substance Use Disorder Technician provides direct and supportive care to clients/patients bymonitoringday-to-day activities,observingand documenting behavior,assistingwith vital signs and health monitoring, intervening incrisesand communicating with the treatment team,facilitatinggroup and structured activities, and transporting clients as needed. This role supports a safe, therapeutic environment and requires adherence to program policies,accuratedocumentation, and active participation in the treatment team.

Thispositionoffers...
EmployeeAssistanceProgram-24/7counselingservices,legalassistance,&financialconsultationforyouandyourhouseholdatnocost
MileageReimbursement-Companypaidforworkfunctionsrequiringtravel
EmployeeDiscounts-Hotels,ThemeParks&Attractions,CollegeTuition
WorkplaceCulture-Anenvironmentcultivatingemployeewellbeing,valuingeachindividual'shumanity,andactivelypromotingahealthy,joyfulworkforce
AdditionalPerks&Benefits-Scrolldowntobottomofthisposttolearnmore

KeyResponsibilities:
Superviseandengagewithclients-leadactivities,groups,andrecoveryskillssessionsthatpromoteadaptivebehaviorandsocialconnection
Monitorclients'healthandsafety-obtainandrecordvitalsigns,observesigns/symptomsofwithdrawal,andescalatetomedicalstaffwhencriticalissuesarise
Supportmedicationprocesses-observeanddocumentself-administrationorstaffadministrationofmedications,monitorOTCinventory/storage,andreportdiscrepanciesperpolicy
Providedirectpersonalcareasneeded(grooming,bathing,dressing)inresidentialsettingsandassistwithadmission,transfer,anddischargeprocesses
Facilitateurinecollectionandtesting,documentresults,andprocesslabsend-offsfollowingpolicy
Completeaccurateshiftreportsandelectronicmedicalrecorddocumentation;communicatebehaviororclinicalconcernstothetreatmentteamandsupervisorpromptly
Conductclientsupervisionchecks,bedchecks,andensureclientsarepresentforscheduledactivities
Provideclienttransportationtoappointmentswhenrequiredandpracticesafedrivingperagencystandards
Maintainasafe,cleanenvironment,reportmaintenance/safetyissues,andfollowallprogrampoliciesandprocedures
Participateintreatmentteammeetings,trainings,andrequiredcertifications;completemandatorystate/CARFtrainingsandagencyonboarding

Education,Experience,and/orCredentialQualifications:
Highschooldiplomaorequivalentandtwo(2)yearsofresponsibleemployment
Experienceinhumanservicesorarelatedfieldpreferred
ExceptionstoqualificationsmaybemadebytheappropriateExecutiveTeammember
ForSt.LouisCountyprograms:Bachelor'sDegreeORMAADCIorII
ForResidentialCareFacility(RCF):credentialingasaLevel1MedAid(LIMA)andInsulinCertificationwithinthefirst90daysinposition

AdditionalQualifications:
Mustsuccessfullycompletebackgroundchecks(criminal,drivingrecord,abuse/neglect,fingerprinting)
Currentdriver'slicense,acceptabledrivingrecord,andcurrentautoinsurancerequired
MustobtainFirstAidandCPRcertificationswithinthree(3)monthsofhireandmaintainrenewals
CompleteMedicationAdministrationtrainingperprogramstandardsandBehavioralManagementtraining(CPIforresidentialorCrisisManagementonReliasforoutpatient)withinrequiredtimeframes
Achievementofrequiredtraininghoursperstateregulation(e.g.,36-40hoursasapplicable)
Mustbeatleast21yearsoldtooperatecompany-ownedvehicle(23for15-passengervan)
ForKirksvilleRCFstaff,Illinoisstaff,andKansasResidentialstaff:evidenceofbeingfreefrominfectiousdisease(e.g.,TB)priortohireandannually
ForAdolescentprogram:completeadolescent-specifictrainingwithinsix(6)months

PhysicalRequirements
Sedentarywork:exertingupto10poundsofforceoccasionallyandnegligibleforcefrequently;repetitivehand,finger,andarmmovementsfortyping/writing
Primarilysittingwithoccasionalwalkingorstandingforbriefperiods;meetsADAconsiderationsforsedentaryroles

Keywords: behavioral health technician, substance use disorder, recovery services, vital signs, medication administration, group facilitation, trauma-informed care, residential care, client supervision, CPR/First Aid

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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