Behavioral Health Technician (Summer House Crisis Stabilization Program)(Hiring Incentive Bonus: $3,000)

HSE/HS Diploma plus one (1) year experience working with youth and social problems, (18 credit hours in the social sciences may be substituted for the required experience).

Must be 21 years of age.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN - RESIDENTIAL: Under the supervision of the Program Manager is responsible for the provision of direct services for youth in the Crisis Stabilization residential program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

HSE/HS Diploma plus one (1) year experience working with youth and social problems, (18 credit hours in the social sciences may be substituted for the required experience).

Must be 21 years of age.

Must be able to read, write, understand & speak English.

Considerable knowledge of the basic needs of youth, techniques of crisis intervention/behavior management, and the principles and practices of youth supervision.

Ability to exhibit emotional maturity and good judgment, to include high standards of morals and speech.

A broad knowledge of community problems and/or areas of concern involving the youth in the community.

Extensive knowledge of community resources and ability to work efficiently with public and private agency professionals.

Must be able to establish an effective rapport in all dealings the clientele of the program.

Must be dependable and flexible about working hours.

JOB CHARACTERISTICS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a professional position, which requires organizational, and communication skills, as well as judgment, tact and diplomacy in contacts with YDI employees, community residents, parents and local government agencies.

Strict adherence is required to all regulation concerning confidentiality.

Background investigation to include fingerprinting will be required.

Physical will be required at offer of hire and may be required periodically. Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs are essential.

Frequent travel is required by employee and proof of satisfactory car insurance is required.

Youth Development, Inc. is an at-will employer. Employment is by mutual consent of the company and employee, and either may terminate the relationship at any time with or without cause or advance notice. This job is contingent upon funding; however, availability of funding is not a guarantee of continued employment, nor does it imply any specific term of employment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Not Inclusive):

• Provides direct one-on-one crisis intervention services to clients at all time.
• Is responsible for intake services involving new clientele accepted to the Crisis Stabilization program.
• Will offer intervention services to clientele involving identification of problems and will include developing techniques necessary for recommendations for an individual in their attempt to overcome such problems.
• Will make referrals and contacts necessary to various social service agencies that may assist in problem resolution.
• Will assist/monitor clients in managing the day-to-day running of facility.
• Will assist in developing and maintaining a recreation program for clients.
• Will do follow-ups on such referrals/contacts.
• Will maintain files/records of all intake, referrals and conference functions.
• Will assist in meal preparation in accordance to the posted daily menu.
• Will provide transportation for clients when necessary.
• Will participate in weekly team meetings with staff, CYFD and others regarding client progress.
• Other duties as assigned.