Crisis Services Technician - Overnight

DuPage County Health Department; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to community wellbeing as part of the Crisis Services team. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact by providing essential mental health support to individuals in crisis. With a focus on safety and quality care, you will engage in various responsibilities, including maintaining therapeutic environments and facilitating client safety. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid training, health insurance, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in mental health services, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training program

12 paid holidays

3 weeks of paid leave

12 Weeks of Paid Paternal Leave

Health insurance

Pension-eligible position

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Valid State of Illinois Driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Must be 21 years of age; experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients in crisis services.
• Facilitate client safety and quality care through regular checks.
• Assist with medication observation and environmental standards.

Skills

Client Safety Facilitation

Medication Observation

Environmental Standards Maintenance

Crisis Management

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Mental Health Services

Tools

County Vehicle

Job description

Join Our Expanding Crisis Services Team!
We're thrilled to announce an extraordinary opportunity to join our Crisis Services team at the DuPage County Health Department! As a valued member of our team, you'll be empowered to make a profound impact on your community. Our agency is dedicated to delivering exceptional services and support to our community, proudly holding:

- Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval (1996)
- Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) accreditation (2014)

By joining our Crisis Services team, you'll become an integral part of a renowned organization that prioritizes community wellbeing and exceptional care. Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey, making a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most?

About Crisis Services

Located in the state-of-the-art building on the DuPage County Campus in Wheaton, Crisis Services provides 24/7 crisis mental health services to county residents experiencing psychiatric crises or needing support for mental illness symptoms. Our team delivers top-notch care with rapid response times. Click Crisis Services to learn more about our program.

Position details:

Full-Time Overnight Shift (Additional $2.50 per hour shift differential)

Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 pm to 8:00 am
Sunday through Wednesday 9:30 pm to 7:30 am
Thursday through Sunday 9:30 pm to 7:30 am
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30 pm to 7:30 am

Part-Time Overnight Shift (Additional $2.50 per hour shift differential)

Sunday through Tuesday from 9:30 pm to 7:30 am
Wednesday and Saturday 9:30 pm to 7:30 am

Benefits

• Comprehensive training program (and we pay you for it!)
• Full DuPage County benefit package, including:

1. 12 paid holidays
2. 3 weeks of paid leave
3. 12 Weeks of Paid Paternal Leave
4. Health insurance
5. Pension-eligible position for a secure retirement
6. Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
7. Tuition reimbursement and certification reimbursement

Responsibilities:

• Supports maintenance of a safe, therapeutic environment for clients seeking services through Crisis Residential and Crisis Recovery Center programs.
• Facilitates client safety and quality care in Crisis Residential and Crisis Recovery Center Programs, through completion of client rounding, and belongings checks.
• Assists with client medication observation in Crisis programming.
• Performs tasks related to maintaining environmental standards in crisis programming.
• Completes grocery shopping and supply inventories.
• May facilitate transportation of our clients in a county vehicle.

Minimum Requirements:

• A qualified candidate must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's license and have a good driving record.
• New employees are required to attend paid on-site, HR New Hire Orientation at our Central Public Health Center in Wheaton from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, for one week.
• Must be 21 years of age. Experience preferred, but not required.

The DuPage County Health Department is an equal opportunity employer.