Behavioral Health Technician 3 - Secure Detention

George Junior Republic; Grove City, Northern (Mercer County, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance provided by employer

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

George Junior Republic in Grove City, PA is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician 3 for the Secure Detention program on a full-time basis. The role provides safety, security, and structure for the youth on campus.

The position requires an associate or bachelor's degree in a related field, ability to work a rotating schedule, and clearances; pay starts at $23.50/hour, with potential increases to $26.50/hour depending on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree required.
• Familiarity with behavioural modification preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain clearances (Act 33/34).
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor youth.
• Complete Treatment Goal Notes.
• Assist in teaching youth life skills.

Skills

Passive physical restraint

Youth supervision

Safety monitoring

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice or related field

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician 3 - Secure Detention

Full Time Grove City, PA, US

Salary Range: $24.00 To $26.50 Hourly

About George Junior Republic:

Founded in 1909, George Junior Republic is dedicated to helping at-risk youth become successful, well-adjusted adults, capable of achieving a higher degree of citizenship and a better understanding of his responsibility to society, family and self.

Summary of the position:

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN GROVE CITY, PA, ON THE GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC CAMPUS. The Behavioral Health Technician in the Secure Detention Program is the primary childcare personnel. This position is designed to provide the daily services of safety, security and structure to the persons served. The care, custody and supervision of the persons served are the primary concerns of the job.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and monitor youth
• Complete Treatment Goal Notes
• Assist in teaching youth life skills

Pay:

• Pay starts at $23.50/hour and may be increased with certain education and/or experience.

Requirements:

• Must have at least an Associates degree or Bachelors degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice or a related field.
• Familiarity with behavioural modification, and treatment principles preferred but not required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Act 33/34 Clearances will be required.
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule.
• Must be able to perform passive physical restraint.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance provided by employer
• 401(k) with employer match

* George Junior Republic and Affiliates is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or veteran status. Women are encouraged to apply.