Mental Health Technician

About the role

Mental Health Technician – Youth Behavioral Health
Location: Osceola Youth Center, Evart, MI
Department: Direct Care
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $20 per hour
Shift: Various
Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 ($1,500 paid after 90 days of employment and an additional $1,500 paid after 6 months of employment)

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of 7-10 youth through activities during waking and non-waking hours.
• Comply with procedures on movement, physical security, contraband, head counts, and reporting.
• Maintain a safe, secure environment using group counseling techniques and positive discipline.
• Represent each youth’s needs and accomplishments to the treatment team.
• Conduct group problem-solving meetings and daily check-ins with youth.
• Assist teachers with transferring classroom lessons to living units.
• Promote and assist with daily activities, ensuring participation and follow-through.
• Document daily shift activities and complete required reports.
• Make referrals for special needs or medical evaluation as necessary.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Two years of college coursework in social or human service field preferred.
• Experience: Two years’ experience working with youth preferred.
• Skills: Strong verbal skills to communicate effectively with youth; Group counseling and leadership skills; Ability to think independently and distinguish cause from effect; Certification in First Aid, CPR, and crisis intervention required during probationary period; Ability to provide accurate, objective documentation.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift 30 pounds from floor to shoulder height; Extensive walking and standing required; Ability to intervene physically if necessary and participate in physical activities with youth; Ability to transport youth as needed; Free of communicable diseases as defined by the state.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must pass state criminal background check requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with immediate vesting
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
• Free RX delivery on most medications
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• Roybal Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment