Behavioral Health Tech I — Evening Milieu & Recovery

The Emily Program; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA and PPO insurance with HSA option

Vision insurance

Disability insurance (short-term and长期

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with matching up to 50% of your

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

The Emily Program in Seattle, WA is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support residential and inpatient milieu by leading therapeutic activity groups, assisting clients in building skills to manage eating disorders, and maintaining a recovery-focused environment.

This entry-level role requires a high school diploma (associate or bachelor’s preferred) and 6+ months of direct client care experience in mental/behavioral health.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or higher or at least 2 years of healthcare experience in a similar position/related field preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field; a relevant certification or licensure preferred.
• This is an entry-level position; however, 6+ months of direct client care / milieu experience in a mental/behavioral health or healthcare setting, particularly with eating disorders is preferred.
• Completion of Preceptor Program preferred.
• Employees at Residential sites must have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to drive.
• Employees at Residential are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• Employees at Residential site in Washington are required to have a Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates therapeutic activity groups and supports residents in acquiring skills to manage their eating disorder.
• Participates in therapeutic supported meals and snacks.
• Provides milieu support including escorting clients to on-site provider appointments.
• Engages, coaches, and supports residents as needed.
• Participates in scheduled supervision and seeks supervision when needed.
• Completes clinical documentation in compliance with policies and standards.
• Maintains confidentiality of clients’ protected health information and proprietary information.
• Completes all assigned mandatory trainings.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Milieu experience

Direct client care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

Bachelor's degree in psychology / social work / behavioral health

Job description

The Emily Program in Seattle, WA is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support residential and inpatient milieu by leading therapeutic activity groups, assisting clients in building skills to manage eating disorders, and maintaining a recovery-focused environment.

This entry-level role requires a high school diploma (associate or bachelor’s preferred) and 6+ months of direct client care experience in mental/behavioral health.