Overnight Crisis Behavioral Health Technician

Center for Family Services; Denville (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick pay

Personal time off

Flexible spending accounts

Health & Wellness activities

Ongoing training & development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Center for Family Services seeks an experienced Behavioral Health Technician for the 24-hour Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center in New Jersey. This part-time overnight position supports adults in a psychiatric crisis with therapeutic interventions and coordinated care.

The role requires a behavioral health background, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work closely with clinicians and staff to ensure safety and quality care. A sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with the admission process of new consumer admissions.
• Record Inventory logs of consumer belongings and valuables; secure lockers for valuables.
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians and the clinical team to plan care and disposition.
• Apply trauma-informed care in all consumer interactions.
• Provide ongoing observation of consumers in the CRSC.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage behaviors when needed.
• Support during crises using trauma-informed engagement and safety procedures.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation techniques

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field

Job description

Center for Family Services seeks an experienced Behavioral Health Technician for the 24-hour Crisis Receiving Stabilization Center in New Jersey. This part-time overnight position supports adults in a psychiatric crisis with therapeutic interventions and coordinated care.

The role requires a behavioral health background, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work closely with clinicians and staff to ensure safety and quality care. A sign-on bonus is offered.