Child Crisis Behavioral Technician - Therapeutic Care

Monarch; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch in Charlotte, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support children and families in a crisis and urgent care setting. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment, assist with daily living activities, take vital signs and participate in care planning under supervision.

The role requires a High School Diploma, valid driver's license, and 1 year of relevant experience with mentally health diagnosed youth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Valid USA Driver's License.
• Experience with children/adolescents with mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder; 1 year; Not Required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to individuals in a therapeutic environment with safety, rights, confidentiality, comfort and dignity.
• Assist with crisis intervention, take vital signs, and monitor individuals receiving services.
• Maintain inventory and initiate requisitions for supplies.
• Ensure an environment conducive to recovery aligned with agency philosophy and best practices.
• Respect clients’ rights and follow crisis plans; collaborate with team to provide safe care.
• Coordinate activities involving care, treatment and training of individuals on the crisis unit.
• Support personal hygiene, activities of daily living and proper nutrition.
• Document reports (vital signs, census, incident reports) as required.
• Follow treatment plans developed by nursing staff and substance abuse specialists.
• Supervise daily living activities and encourage independence.
• Enforce limits per policies and relay admission/discharge/transfer information.
• Observe for changes in condition and report to professional staff.
• Attend meetings and trainings; maintain required certifications.
• Drive and travel as required.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Vital signs

Observation skills

Safety procedures

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma (Required)

Job description

Monarch in Charlotte, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support children and families in a crisis and urgent care setting. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment, assist with daily living activities, take vital signs and participate in care planning under supervision.

The role requires a High School Diploma, valid driver's license, and 1 year of relevant experience with mentally health diagnosed youth.