Youth Mental Health Technician

Innovative Services; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Days Off

401(k)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

Innovative Care Services is looking for a Part Time Mental Health Technician in Wisconsin to support youth and adults with mental health needs. You will help individuals overcome barriers, promote community integration, and teach essential life skills in a compassionate, supportive environment.

The role offers growth opportunities, paid training, and a sense of fulfillment. Hours vary by program with every other weekend and rotating holidays required; hourly pay ranges from $16.00 to $19.00,

Qualifications

• Experience caring for individuals with mental health needs.
• Empathy and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work with youth and adults in supportive settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with various mental health needs.
• Assist with community integration and social skill development.
• Support with medication management as applicable to program.
• Serve as a positive role model for clients.
• Coordinate with Mental Health Professional for supervision.

Job description

Location: La Crosse , WI

Job Id:423

# of Openings:2

Become a Mental Health Technician and Make a Difference!

Are you a kind, compassionate, and dedicated individual ready to support others in their journey? Innovative Care Services wants YOU to join our team!

Who We Are:

We’re a Wisconsin-based non-profit that’s all about providing the best possible quality of life for the people we serve. Our team is passionate about supporting our local communities with residential, in-home and youth/adult mental health services.

At Innovative Care Services, we live by our motto: “Grateful for You.” Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, we’ll support you in making a real difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. Let’s change lives together!

Why Choose Us?

We believe in taking care of our people! Here’s why our team LOVES working here:

• Paid Days Off for both full-time and part-time employees (because you deserve time to recharge!)


• 401(k) with annual discretionary match for ALL employees (your future matters)


• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions up to $1,500/year (health matters, too!)


• Full Benefits Package and MORE!

We Are Currently Hiring: Part Time Mental Health Technician

Mental Health Technician: As a Mental Health Tech, you will be teaching youth about how to overcome barriers. This is a great chance to gain valuable experience supporting individuals with mental health concerns such as social anxiety and challenging behaviors. The Mental Health Technician is responsible for integrating clients into the community while developing appropriate social behaviors. We can offer you the gateway to a CAREER in the Human Service field, rather than just a job. Our Mental Health Technician position features growth opportunities, paid training, and a sense of fulfillment and appreciation that you can’t get in other industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to individuals with various mental health diagnoses.


• Help integrate clients into the community and teach essential life skills.


• Assist with medication management (if applicable to the program in which hired for) and linking clients to necessary resources.


• Serve as a positive role model for clients.


• Meet with our Mental Health Professional as needed for supervision support.


• Participate in case management and team meetings as requested.


• Complete documentation to CCS standards within 24 hours of client contact.


• Complete required trainings related to degree level.


• Complete annual continuing education and ongoing training as needed.


• Other duties as assigned.

Schedule:

• Hours vary based on program/client needs.


• Every other weekend and rotating holidays required.


• Hours may increase during holiday breaks and summer months.

Hourly Pay:

• $16.00-$19.00 per hour based on degree level

Innovative Care Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).