Crisis Care Behavioral Health Tech – Sign-On Bonus

Center for Family Services; Denville (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Excellent PTO

401k Plan

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Activities

Professional Development

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Center for Family Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the 24-hour Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center in New Jersey. The role supports admissions, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with clinical staff to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for adults in crisis.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field and at least two years of relevant experience; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field.
• At least two years of experience working with individuals with a serious mental illness or with a substance use disorder.
• Current driver’s license with a good driving record of at least three years.
• Behavioral health technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the admission process of new consumer admissions.
• Work closely with Licensed Clinician and clinical team to facilitate care and disposition planning.
• Apply trauma-informed care approach to consumer interactions and de-escalation techniques.
• Provide support during behavioral health crises and maintain a safe therapeutic milieu.
• Complete all assigned paperwork and incident reports in a timely, accurate manner.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field

Job description

Center for Family Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for the 24-hour Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center in New Jersey. The role supports admissions, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with clinical staff to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for adults in crisis.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health field and at least two years of relevant experience; a valid driver’s license is required.