Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Diversion Home (5991)

Center for Family Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Excellent PTO program

401k Plan

Medical insurance options

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Ongoing Training & Development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Center for Family Services in Warren County, NJ is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the Crisis Diversion Home to support admissions, orientation, and daily living skills groups. The role requires a BA in social work or related field, and three years' experience in behavioral health; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

A $500 sign-on bonus is offered, plus competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• BA degree in social work or allied field preferred.
• English-Spanish bilingual and lived experience preferred.
• Three years' experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist admissions and orientation for new clients.
• Record inventory of belongings and manage safety of items.
• Co-facilitate orientation groups and daily living skills groups.
• Supervise meals and ensure client safety and well-being.
• Provide emotional support and refer to clinical staff as needed.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time; report incidents.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Behavioral health experience

Client supervision

Education

BA degree in social work or allied field

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Diversion Home (5991)

*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:Full Time

Salary:$21(english speaking) or $23(bilingual) per hour

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:

• BA degree in social work or allied field preferred
• 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

Benefits:
At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family ServicesAs 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 atwww.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.