Behavioral Technician - Full Time

Centered Health LLC; Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free coffee and snacks

Competitive compensation

Competitive pay

Job summary

A Behavioral Health Treatment Center in Malibu is seeking a Lead Behavioral Technician to support individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions. The ideal candidate will maintain a safe environment, mentor a team, and document client activities. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in social services and a High School diploma or GED. This role also requires a passion for working with adolescents and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a nurturing work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in social services or relevant coursework.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Experience working as a Technician for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and structured environment for clients.
• Train and mentor Behavioral Technician team members.
• Facilitate educational and support groups.

Skills

Experience in social service field

Good verbal and written communication skills

First aid and CPR certification

Ability to work with adolescents

Judgment and positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or GED (AA or BA preferred)

AA or BA preferred

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Grow Your Mental Health Experience While Working in a Beautiful Malibu Setting

Includes free coffee and snacks, along with competitive compensation

If you have experience in behavioral health and a passion for supporting individuals with co-occurring conditions, this role offers an incredible opportunity to grow your career. As a Lead Behavioral Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for clients while providing leadership and support to the team. You will:

• Resolve issues and communicate concerns to the Program Director while ensuring adherence to company policy. Maintain client engagement in daily programming and report participation issues.
• Train and mentor Behavioral Technician team members, ensuring performance standards are met. Provide feedback to the Program Director and assist with performance evaluations. Assign and oversee daily tasks to maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Monitor and document client activities in the EMR system, including intake/discharge inventories, medication self-administration, and scheduled UA collections. Ensure compliance with documentation and audit records at the end of each shift.
• Facilitate and document educational and support groups, ensuring timely and accurate record-keeping. Oversee team training, certifications, and compliance requirements to support professional growth.
• Ensure client safety by supervising activities, conducting room and facility searches, and addressing contraband or safety concerns. Transport clients to offsite appointments as needed while maintaining a safe driving record

Your Qualifications

To be a good fit for the Behavioral Technician opportunity, you will have:

• Possess a High School diploma or GED; AA or BA in related field preferred.
• Have a minimum of 2-3 years or more of experience in the social service field. (group home, childcare, medical assistant, etc.). We may also consider candidates with college coursework in psychology, social science or similar.
• Must have worked in the company for at least 1 year as a Technician and proven ability to set an example to less experienced Technicians.
• A genuine desire to work with adolescents.
• An understanding of counseling and other treatment procedures for mental health disorders with co-occurring substance abuse issues.
• Knowledge of regulations concerning mental health treatment.
• Working knowledge of substance abuse, mental health disorders, and treatment procedures for such illnesses.
• Good judgment, a positive attitude, dependability and confidentiality
• First aid and CPR certification.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Internet, email, and MS Word.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

This position requires a valid California driver’s license and the ability to pass and maintain a clean driving record check (MVR) in accordance with our company standards. In addition, you must be at least 21 years of age and pass a background check, live scan, physical and TB test to work at the facility.

Note: Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

The Role

You will provide rehabilitative support regarding the care of a co-occurring population, ensuring that clients and staff have what they need to follow the lead of the Clinical Directorand Program Director.We're well organized and there is always someone to reach out to for support, should you need it.Each shift will include general daily activities (i.e., waking clients, providing hygiene baskets, monitoring from a distance, doing chores, ensuring meds are taken, etc.).

About Us

Beachside Teen Treatment Center is a tranquil, rehabilitation haven for adolescents struggling with addiction, substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our beautiful residential facility is based in Malibu, California, with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Embodying the key principles of mind-body health, our individualized and diverse treatment plans provide wholesome healing in a mostly unplugged and small group environment. Beachsideis part ofCentered Health, which operates a diverse network of behavioral health treatment centers ensuring that clients receive individualized comprehensive care in the most appropriate setting. Our goal is to value the skills each person brings to the team and provide an environment that embraces diversity and rewards imagination and service delivery.f

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