Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Diversion Home (4503)

Center for Family Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Center for Family Services seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support clients at the Crisis Diversion Home in Warren County, NJ. The role involves admissions help, group facilitation, safety monitoring, and coordination with clinical staff to ensure compassionate, client-centered care.

A high school diploma, 3+ years in behavioral health, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities are preferred. The position offers training, supervision, and opportunities to grow within a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least three years' experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Current driver's license with a good driving record for at least three years.
• English-Spanish bilingual and lived experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admissions and orientation for new clients.
• Record inventory of personal belongings and secure valuables.
• Co-facilitate orientation groups and daily living skills groups.
• Know where clients are at all times.
• Exercise sound professional judgment to manage client behavior.
• Provide supervision of meals.
• Participate in required staff trainings and staff meetings.
• Supervise clients completing the Program with emphasis on safety and well-being.
• Remind clients of program rules and report infractions.
• Provide emotional support and refer clients to clinical staff.
• Complete paperwork neatly and timely.
• Complete incident reports according to policy.
• Communicate with staff to promote quality client care.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Diversion Home (4503)

Sign-On Bonus:

Take advantage of our new sign-on bonus! Center for Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus.

Location: Warren County, NJ

Job Type/Status: Fee for Service

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with the admission process on new client admissions and orientation procedures and schedules.


• Records Inventory log of all personal belongings, valuables and return ticket. Ticket and valuables to be kept in the safe.


• Co-facilitate all orientation groups and daily living skills groups.


• Know where clients are at all times.


• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage client behavior.


• Provides supervision of meals.


• Participate in required staff trainings and staff meetings as scheduled.


• Supervise clients completing the Program with emphasis on client safety and well-being.


• Remind clients of program rules and regulations as necessary and report infractions.


• Provide emotional support for clients while referring them to clinical staff to deal with clinical issues.


• Complete all assigned paperwork in a neat, accurate and timely manner.


• Complete incident reports according to policy in a timely, accurate manner.


• Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality client care.


• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage client behavior.


• Follows all company policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduate/GED required


• At least three years' experience working with individuals in a behavioral health setting


• Current driver's license with a good driving record of at least three years


• English-Spanish bilingual and lived experience preferred

About Employment at Center For Family Services

As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org .

DisclaimerMany positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.