Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Life & AD&D

Vacation, personal, and sick time

Holiday pay

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Rewards program

Job summary

CarePlus NJ Inc. seeks a Behavioral Health Technician for the Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center (CRSC) serving adults 18+ in crisis. You will provide immediate on-site support, crisis intervention, and collaborate on recovery plans with clinical staff to foster a safe, therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes strong communication, a behavioral health background, and dedication to helping individuals in need within a multidisciplinary team. Competitive benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field from an accredited college or university.
• At least 1+ years of experience working with individuals with SMI and SUD.
• Valid CPR and First Aid Training (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Valid Driver's license that is insurable by agency's automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in intake assessment process with treatment plans, goals, and measurable objectives.
• Perform ongoing observation of consumers at the CRSC.
• Assist consumers to meet goals with multidisciplinary teams and supports.
• Coordinate transportation and assist with triage and information gathering for referrals.
• Complete documentation per regulatory standards and program requirements.
• Support therapeutic milieu through counseling, crisis intervention, and de-escalation.
• Assist with community resource navigation and socialization activities.
• Support case management and inter-agency coordination for discharge planning.
• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center

6 Schedules Available:

Shift 1: Tuesday into Wednesday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Wednesday into Thursday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Thursday into Friday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Friday into Saturday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am.

Shift 2: Saturday into Sunday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Sunday into Monday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Monday into Tuesday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Wednesday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm.

Shift 3: Sunday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Monday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Tuesday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm - Friday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm.

Shift 6: Wednesday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Thursday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Friday 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm, Sunday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick time
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• Retirement Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:
You will serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team that will provide services in the Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center (CRSC) to adults 18+ experiencing a behavioral health crisis. In this role, you will provide immediate on-site support and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing mental health crisis by assisting with assessments, stabilization, and the recovery process. Through collaboration with clinical staff, you will participate in the development of Individual Recovery Plans, monitor patient behaviors, and ensure a safe and supportive environment. As the ideal candidate, you would possess strong communication skills, a background in behavioral health, and a commitment to helping individuals in need.

What You Will Do:

• Participate in the intake assessment process which includes treatment plans, relevant goals, measurable objectives that serve as indexes for evaluating treatment progress, and realistic time frames for achievement
• Perform ongoing observation of consumers who are being provided services at the CRSC
• Assist the consumers to meet their needs by working on established goals developed in coordination with the multidisciplinary team, current service providers, and other natural/family supports
• Complete and assist with the acquisition of transportation as needed
• Assist with the triage process for all individuals who present to the CRSC, which includes requesting consent to communicate with individual support system, treatment providers, etc., obtaining basic information such as precipitating factors for the crisis, and coordinating with referral sources
• Accurately complete documentation as required by regulatory standards
• Document all (i.e. individual, family, group, and other) applicable interactions per program requirements
• Actively structure and enhance the development of therapeutic milieu by interacting with and observing consumers, providing supportive counseling, crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed
• Participate in therapeutic activities and assist consumers in navigating community resources
• Facilitate socialization activities when appropriate
• Assist with case management and inter-agency coordination and referral services for consumers
• Assist consumer's transition from the CRSC back home upon discharge
• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field from an accredited college or university.
• At least 1+ years of experience working with individuals with SMI and SUD.
• Valid CPR and First Aid Training (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Valid Driver's license that is insurable by agency's automobile insurance.

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?

The CRSC follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.