Behavioral Health Technician

Centralnassau; Town of Oyster Bay (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

0 Deductible Medical Plan

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) retirement plan

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Legal Plan

Dependent Care Account

Life Insurance

Broadway discounts

Job summary

CN Guidance & Counseling Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct service within a 24/7 crisis stabilization program in New York. The role supports assessments of mental health and substance use disorders as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least six months of related experience, with preference for acute psychiatric settings. The position offers full-time benefits and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of related experience required; experience in an acute, psychiatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage with incoming clients.
• Assist clients around the ICSC including directing them to the locker rooms, assisting with and laundry.
• Help clients participate in recreational activities.
• Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment by assisting in cleanup after client's treatment rooms and recreational areas.
• Ensure the health and safety of staff and clients in emergency situations.
• Assess situations to determine importance, urgency/risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
• Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
• Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
• Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
• Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.
• Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB DEFINITION:

The Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct service and support as part of a multi-disciplinary team working within a 24-hour, 7 day a week, 365 crisis stabilization program assessing Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Six months of related experience required; experience in an acute, psychiatric setting preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Greet and engage with incoming clients.
2. Assist clients around the ICSC including directing them to the locker rooms, assisting with and laundry.
3. Help clients participate in recreational activities.
4. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment by assisting in cleanup after client's treatment rooms and recreational areas.
5. Ensure the health and safety of staff and clients in emergency situations.
6. Assess situations to determine importance, urgency/risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
7. Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress
8. Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.
9. Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
10. Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.
11. Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.
12. Other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS:

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Long Term and Short Term Disability
• Legal Plan
• Dependent Care Expense Account
• Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• HRA
• Training programs including a Mentorship program
• Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Career growth and Promotional opportunities
• Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more

5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more

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CN Guidance & Counseling Services

inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.

It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.