Mental Health Technician

Job Title:

Mental Health Technician Reports To:

Program Manager Location:

Denver, CO (In-Person)

Employment Type:

Full-Time Our Mission:

Chroma Wellness is dedicated to creating a safe, affirming, and healing space for the LGBTQ+ community by providing compassionate, personalized care for mental health, substance use, and behavioral health needs. Our mission is to bridge critical gaps in care through culturally responsive, evidence-based practices that honor the unique histories and identities of LGBTQ+ individuals. We strive to destigmatize mental health and addiction, foster resilience, and reignite a renewed sense of self, purpose, and connection within our community.

Chroma Values:

Community, Empowerment, Safety & Inclusion, Trust, Excellence Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred associate or bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or other social services degree
• Preferred 2 years' experience in the behavioral health field
• Preferred current CPR & First Aid Certification
• Experience, knowledge, or interest in chemical dependency and abuse in mental health
• Valid driver's license and current vehicle insurance
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diversity Reports to :

Program Manager Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance with administrative and housing staff in the supervision of residents
• Shift management with activities and appointments
• Offer assistance with intakes, discharges, performing room moves and room searches, sign in and sign out clients, other duties as a signed
• Transportation if needed for offsite outings, chore enforcement, delivering amenities as requested, and relaying
• Accurate and appropriate information to the clinical and administrative team
• Enforcement on structure and regulated obligations for clients
• Monitors the needs and behaviors of residents
• Daily shift notes on client behavior, incident reports and warning signs
• Assist with on-site activities, outings, and community meetings as assigned
• Maintains current and valid vehicle insurance
• Documents client activities of daily living
• Maintains house cleanliness and upkeep and enforces this with clients
• Provide conflict resolution, safety, and maintain calm redirection in high stress environments
• Strong communication with clients and staff
• Relate professionally, ethically, and compassionately to clients, peers, and staff at all times
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and trainings
• Coordinate and encourage engagement with client group attendance and offsite activities
• Participates in the development of quality improvement projects pertaining to the house
• HIPAA compliance
• Helpful and adaptive with assistance in all staff departments
• Serve as a point of de-escalation for both client and team relations
• Experience with KIPU preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Provide a mentorship to clients to create an environment of growth
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for both clients and staff

Benefits:

• Fulfilling work
• Positive culture
• Hourly Wage $20-24
• Access to yearly bonus pool
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time-off

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person