Behavioral Health Tech: Crisis Intervention & Group Facilitation

Careerwebsite; Waltham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Waltham, MA is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant to support individuals with mental health challenges. The role emphasizes patient safety checks and effective communication, with responsibility for documentation using EPIC and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and 1–2 years of relevant experience; vaccination against COVID-19 and influenza is required with exemptions allowed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• 1–2 years of experience as a behavioral coordinator/specialist.
• EPIC experience required.
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccines required (exemptions: medical/religious).
• CPI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health challenges while ensuring patient safety checks.
• Utilize EPIC for communication and documentation.
• Document and maintain accurate records.
• Facilitate group programming for patient engagement.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Be flexible with shifts as required.

Skills

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Group programming

EPIC experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

BLS (AHA) certification

CPI certification

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Cynet Health in Waltham, MA is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant to support individuals with mental health challenges. The role emphasizes patient safety checks and effective communication, with responsibility for documentation using EPIC and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and 1–2 years of relevant experience; vaccination against COVID-19 and influenza is required with exemptions allowed.