Mental Health Technician - Houston, United States - Center for Success and Independence

Description

JOB LOCATION:
Pinemont Dr., Houston, TX, 77018


POSITION OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for the direct care of our residential clients by upholding program values, adhering to the behavior management system, and following milieu therapy structure set forth by supervisors, clinicians, and administration.

WITH WHOM WOULD I INTERACT?

The position interacts daily with adolescent males and females in a residential setting, the entire treatment team, and other support personnel (direct care, nursing, doctors, administration, clinical, administrative support, etc.).

WHAT ARE THE DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES?
Represent yourself as a supportive and encouraging partner for our clients as they learn mood regulation skills.

Model mood regulation, patience, and understanding for our clients.

Collaborate with other client services personnel (therapists, nurse, etc.) to coordinate client care.

Consultation with clients for conflict management, skills coaching, etc.

Ensuring clients are on schedule with daily routine.

Ensure that behavior management system is carried out.


WHAT SHIFT SCHEDULES ARE AVAILABLE?
Multiple Shifts available, including weekends and Overnight


WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB?
No criminal history. Hiree must pass FBI fingerprint background check.
Drug free. Hiree must pass initial drug screen and all random drug screens.

GED or high school diploma.

2-3 years of direct care experience working with adolescents with behavioral, emotional, and/or substance abuse issues.

Valid drivers license.


WHAT ARE THE PREFERENCES FOR THIS JOB?
Higher education (community college, college, etc.).

Experience and training in Trust Based Relational Interventions (TBRI)


Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Pay:
$ $16.00 per hour


Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (required)

Experience:

- adolescents w/ behavioral, emotional, and/or substance use: 2 years (preferred)


License/Certification:

• Driver's License (required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (preferred)
• Overnight Shift (preferred)
• Day Shift (preferred)

Work Location:
In person