Behavioral Health Technician - Crisis Services

Davita Inc.; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit behavioral health organization is seeking a Crisis Support Specialist to provide essential support and interventions to clients in crisis. This full-time position offers rewarding opportunities to make a significant impact on clients' lives through wellness and recovery initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

403b retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and ten paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• One year of relevant job experience required in a mental health-related field.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Certified peer recovery specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and stabilization services to clients in crisis.
• Obtains vital signs and assists during medical emergencies.
• Completes safety checks and provides interactions to clients.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Effective communication

Knowledge of community resources

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides support and stabilization services to clients in the Walk-in Center and Crisis Stabilization Unit. Provides peer and crisis support services, information, education and support for clients. Promotes wellness, recovery and skill building through group and individual interventions.

Position is full time with 8-hour shifts. Current shifts available are Sat-Wed 4p-12a and one with varying shifts/days depending on facility needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides support and interventions in both group and individual settings, focusing on the improvement of the client's functioning and mental health needs.
• Obtains vital signs and reports results to nursing.
• Completes 15-minute safety checks.
• Provides assistance, supervision and interaction to client throughout work shift.
• Inventories, documents and secures client belongings.
• Ability to de-escalate clients using evidence-based de-escalation training, e.g. Therapeutic Options, to include safety holds, as necessary.
• Use of basic technology, such as data entry and documentation of vital signs and shift notes.
• Provides assistance during medical emergencies as directed by nursing staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Basic computer skills
• Skill in crisis intervention (preferred)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

High School diploma or GED required.

Years of Experience

One year of relevant job experience required, preferably in mental related field required. Education/experience equivalency may be considered upon approval.

Certification/Licensure

Valid driver's license required. Certified peer recovery specialist preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing - 20%

Sitting - 80%

Squatting - Occasional

Kneeling - Occasional

Bending - Occasional

Driving - Occasional

Lifting - Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$15.00--$21.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.