Children Behavioral Health Technician

TERRO; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Terros Health seeks a Children\'s Behavioral Health Technician, based at a Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley site in Apache Junction, AZ. The role involves direct service with children and families, implementing Positive Action and other clinical approaches in an afterschool setting.

Starting pay is $19.76/hour DOE, full benefits, generous PTO, and 401(k). Shift is M-F, 11a-7p, with up to 25% travel, grant-funded for a fixed period. Training provided for new grads.

Qualifications

• GED/High school diploma with behavioral health exposure is acceptable.
• Multiple degree paths including graduate-level credentials are considered.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with families to identify natural and formal supports per Arizona RBHA and CFT processes.
• Facilitate CFT/Service Plan meetings to create individualized plans.
• Explain the behavioral health process to families and link them to supports.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings with supports and stakeholders.
• Submit referrals to clinical outpatient services as needed.
• Maintain electronic medical records and update assessments.
• Complete strength and crisis plans with families per guidelines.
• Lead group prevention or therapeutic activities at BGCV locations.

Education

GED/High school diploma

Associate's degree in medical/behavioral health

Bachelor's degree (not in behavioral health) + 1 year behavioral health experience

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

Master's degree or higher in behavioral health

Tools

Bilingual proficiency (EN/ES)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley - Superstition Mountain - Apache Junction, AZ 85120

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Salary Range: $19.76 - $19.76 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day Shift

Job Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work

Description

Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Children's Behavioral Health Technician, based out of a Boys and Girls Club of the Valley location. This is a direct service position working in collaboration with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley at an assigned site in the East Valley. This position will interact directly with the Children and Staff and Families at the Clubs and use the designated prevention model Positive Action while also implementing other clinical approaches based on Club needs. This team member needs to have a passion for working with Children in an afterschool setting, be willing to be an active participant/lead in therapeutic activities, and act as a liaison for Terros Health and these co-locations.

Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion, and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes.

HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING

Seeking a Children Behavioral Health Technician for an exciting collaboration with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley at an assigned BGCAZ location in the West Valley. This position will interact directly with the Children and Staff and Families at the Clubs and use the designated prevention model Positive Action while also implementing other clinical approaches based on Club needs.

Employment Details

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week

M-F: 11a-7p

Starting at $19.76/hr DOE

Location: 2805 S. Ironwood Dr., Apache Junction, AZ 85120

Additional Language Differential Pay Available

Full Benefits Package, including 401K

Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)

No experience required with a Bachelor's degree in behavioral health - we will train you!

New grads welcome - excellent development opportunity

Duties

• Conducts the engagement process with families to identify natural/formal supports as outlined in the Arizona Model, Child and Family Team (CFT) process, and Regional Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) for enrolled families.
• Facilitates CFT/Service Plan meetings according to the Arizona Model and RBHA guidelines in order to create individualized service plans as identified by the CFT members.
• Ensures families understand the behavioral health process, the role of CFT Facilitator, and ensure family participation that links them to natural or community-based supports.
• Coordinates and schedules CFT/Service Plan meetings with natural, formal supports, and system stakeholders
• Submits appropriate referrals to clinical outpatient services within agency and other behavioral health providers identified by the CFT.
• Updates and maintains electronic medical records on each case which include but not limited to; Annual Assessment Update, RBHA demographics, Child and adolescent service intensity instrument (CALOCUS), and CFT/Service Plan
• Completes strength assessments and crisis/safety plans with families according to RBHA and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) guidelines.
• Develops positive supportive relationships with consumers, family, stakeholders, and other Terros employees and Boys and Girls Club employees. Actively leads group prevention or therapeutic group activities at assigned Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley locations.

This position is funded by a grant, which is for a pre-determined timeframe.

Benefits & Wellness

We invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

• Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families
• Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
• Vision insurance
• Group life and disability insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Interest-free medical line of credit
• Financial education, planning, and support resources
• Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
• Bilingual pay differential
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - 3 weeks off in the first year
• Paid Sick Time
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
• Trip Reduction Program
• Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:
  • Scholarships
  • Clinical supervision
  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
• Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, with savings on:
  • Gym memberships
  • Car rentals
  • Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience or,
• An associate's degree in the field of medical or behavioral health, or
• A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, or
• A bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral, or
• A master's degree or higher in the field of behavioral health

Preferred - Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred

Valid AZ Driver License. Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience, and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy

Must pass DCS Central Registry check without any disqualifying events.

Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level 1) or apply for an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card within 7 working days of employment

Interpersonal skills which allow for professional and positive relationships with co-workers, members, families, and other community members

Good communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions

Basic understanding of the DSM-V preferred

Certified Case Manager strongly preferred

Must have or be able to attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of assuming role

Must pass background check, TB test and other pre-employment screening

Must pass 25 wpm typing test

Physical Demands

Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.