Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Diversion Home (5993)

Center for Family Services; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k

Medical insurance

Life Insurance

FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)

Wellness activities

Training & Development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Center for Family Services seeks a Behavioral Health Technician for the Crisis Diversion Home (5993) position in Warren County, NJ. This full-time, overnight role includes admissions support, group facilitation, and ensuring client safety.

A BA in a related field is preferred, with at least three years in behavioral health and a valid driver’s license. The organization offers a sign-on bonus and a benefits package including PTO, 401k, medical, life insurance, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• BA degree in social work or allied field preferred.
• At least three years' experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Current driver's license with a good driving record (3+ years).

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission and orientation for new clients.
• Record inventory of personal belongings; manage tickets and valuables.
• Co-facilitate orientation groups and daily living skills groups.
• Maintain awareness of client locations and safety.
• Exercise professional judgment to manage client behavior.
• Supervise meals and participate in staff trainings.
• Oversee program completion with emphasis on safety.
• Refer clients to clinical staff for issues when needed.
• Complete paperwork accurately and timely.
• Prepare incident reports per policy.
• Communicate with staff to promote quality client care.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

BA in social work or allied field

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Diversion Home (5993)

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, Overnight

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 Services

a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. 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. 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.