Weekend Behavioral Tech - Adolescent Residential

Grow your mental health experience while working in a beautiful residential setting with ocean views! Because we are a 24 hour facility, we are hiring for the following shifts: Days Afternoon/Evening Overnights Per Diem The starting pay rate is $21 per hour and may increase depending on your experience. Additional compensation will be considered for the following: Bachelor’s or above. Mental health-related certifications. 3+ years of residential mental health experience. If you have experience in mental health treatment or other residential environments and can build rapport with adolescents, this position offers you some great opportunities. In this position you will provide rehabilitative support regarding the care of a co-occurring population, ensuring that clients and staff have what they need to follow the lead of the Clinical Director and Program Director. Each shift will include general daily activities (i.e., waking clients, providing hygiene baskets, monitoring from a distance, doing chores, ensuring meds are taken, etc.). Additionally, you will: Provide line-of-sight supervision to clients. Complete house-related chores as assigned. Strive to increase professional growth and effectiveness by completing all required training. Provide crisis intervention services when authorized and necessary. Maintain active participation with the clients as required. Prepare and monitor medication administration then document all details in KIPU. Document clients’ nightly activities, unusual behavior, and pertinent information in KIPU. Maintain open communication with staff, therapist, and Program Director. Encourage clients and promote positive interactions among peers. Carry out other responsibilities as delegated. You will bring: A high school diploma or GED. 1+ year of experience in the social services field or patient care experience (residential facilities, medical assistant, etc.). We may also consider candidates with college coursework in psychology, social science or similar related fields. A valid California driver's license and the ability to pass and maintain a clean driving record check (MVR). Ability to obtain a clearance through Live Scan (background check), and complete a physical and TB test. First Aid and CPR certifications are required but can be earned through us prior to your start date, if needed. A genuine desire to work with adolescents. Good judgment, a positive attitude, dependability and confidentiality. Knowledge of regulations concerning mental health treatment is a plus. Working knowledge of mental health disorders, and/or treatment procedures for such illnesses is highly desired. Good verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills, including Internet, email, and MS Word. Ability to sit, stand, lift, and move up to 25 pounds as needed. Research shows that individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role. Beachside Teen Treatment Center is a tranquil, rehabilitation haven for adolescents struggling with addiction, substance abuse, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our beautiful residential facility is based in Malibu, California, with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Embodying the key principles of mind‑body health, our individualized and diverse treatment plans provide wholesome healing in a mostly unplugged and small group environment. Beachside is part of Centered Health, which operates a diverse network of behavioral health treatment centers ensuring that clients receive individualized comprehensive care in the most appropriate setting. Our goal is to value the skills each person brings to the team and provide an environment that embraces diversity and rewards imagination and service delivery. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centered Health