The Academy at Cedar Ridge is hiring for Mental Health Technician to assist students in achieving identified goals or objectives as set forth in their treatment plan by developing and providing solution-focused interventions and emotional and behavioral management drawn from evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatments.

Qualifications:

An individual in this position must be able to complete the above responsibilities on a daily basis. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and/or Experience All Mental Health Specialists must be at least 21 years of age and must have completed high school or its equivalency Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) certificate preferred but not required An Associates degree in a social service field preferred but not required Prior experience working with substance abuse and/or mental health individuals Ability to work successfully in a team environment High-quality written and verbal skills A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as determined by Cedar Ridge is required unless a bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, nursing or human service-related field has been acquired. Job Schedule, Working Conditions, and Performance/Physical Requirements Position is community based and services may be provided in various environments. CRBHS will provide office space where all/most required tasks can be completed. Position may require some services to be delivered in the home, school or community. Use of personal and/or company vehicle may also be necessary, at which point road conditions shall be considered. Position is Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Qualified applicants are required to complete a pre-employment screening process which includes a fingerprint background screening, and drug screen. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings. Normal workplace hazards including interacting with offenders who have committed or been convicted of felony offenses. Routine tasks may involve exposure to communicable diseases in the working environment. Universal precautions shall be followed when applicable. Gloves are provided and are to be utilized for all urine drug screens administered.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate group sessions with students. Coordinate supportive services for students. Provide in classroom behavioral redirection. Assist students with reaching educational and behavioral goals. Treatment planning. Participating in and utilizing strengths-based treatments/planning which may include assisting the individual and family members or other collaterals with identifying strengths and needs. Developing and providing solution focused interventions and emotional and behavioral management drawn from evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatments. Demonstrates an ability to provide and maintain client confidentiality and safeguard protected health information (PHI) in accordance with agency policies and procedures. Offering competitive pay!

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person