Behavioral Health Trainee: Residential Care & Recovery

Momentum; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Momentum is seeking qualified staff to provide milieu and mental health rehabilitation services to residents in a structured setting. You will engage clients, develop therapeutic relationships, and organize activity programs as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assist with discharge planning, medical follow-ups, and crisis intervention while maintaining professional relationships with clients, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; at least one year mental health experience.
• Experience in residential or inpatient mental health settings is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in small teams; strong English communication.
• Must have or obtain First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide milieu and/or mental health rehabilitation services to clients.
• Engage with clients to develop therapeutic relationships and plans.
• Plan and organize activity programs as therapeutic tools.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team on treatment and discharge planning.
• Assist with medical follow-up and coordinate care with providers.
• Interface with clients during conflicts and crisis interventions.

Skills

Mental health experience

First Aid Certification

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

English proficiency

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma/ GED

Tools

UNIX-based databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Momentum is seeking qualified staff to provide milieu and mental health rehabilitation services to residents in a structured setting. You will engage clients, develop therapeutic relationships, and organize activity programs as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assist with discharge planning, medical follow-ups, and crisis intervention while maintaining professional relationships with clients, families, and staff.