Behavioral Health Technician

Rite of Passage; Keymar (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Rite of Passage as a Behavioral Health Technician at Silver Oak Academy in Keymar, Maryland, where you will supervise and support youth in a therapeutic environment. With competitive pay starting at $48,048 annually and generous benefits, you can make a difference in the lives of young people while enjoying growth opportunities in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Company paid Life Insurance

401k match up to 6%

Paid Time Off

On site dormitories

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred experience with at risk youth and mental health services in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and supervision of youth at a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities; assist with educational and recreational activities.

Skills

Team Player

Leader

Dedicated

Ability to Make an Impact

Growth Opportunities

Job Security

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Behavioral Health Technician at Silver Oak Academy in Keymar, Maryland

Silver Oak Academy is located on a scenic 78 acre campus surrounded by sprawling corn fields, beautiful woods full of local wildlife and foliage, a football stadium, an athletic center (gymnasium, padded wrestling room, a fully equipped weight room & more), a Tech Center, student housing for 96 youth, and an academic building all just a short commute from Frederick, Baltimore & DC. On site dormitories are available for staff use during their shift and overnight for those with a long commute, or limited transportation.

Pay: starting at $48,048 per year. Schedule includes 4 hours of guaranteed overtime each pay period

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do: Behavioral Health Technicians provide safety and around-the-clock in person supervision of youth at a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility. In this role, you will provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual counseling and skill development. Behavioral Health Technicians provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Behavioral Health Technicians work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan.

To be considered you should:

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen (we no longer test for THC), physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child abuse central registry.

Schedule: 3.5 days per week, 12-hour shifts

• A Shift – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday 8am-9m and Wednesday - 8am-3pm *1 hour break each day*
• B Shift -Thursday/Friday/Saturday - 8am-9pm and Wednesday - 2pm-9pm *1 hour break each day*

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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Qualifications Education

Required

High School

Experience

Preferred

At Risk Youth, Mental Health Services, Residential Child Care Setting

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Job Security : Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Drivers License

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