Behavioral Health Associate
About The Position
Behavioral Health Technician - Alexandria, VA Pay $18.00 - $23.00 per hour (DOE) Full-Time Schedule: 6am- 4pm 4 day work week / Alternating weekends Behavioral Health Technician: Creating Joy, Healing Generations Are you empathetic, patient, and committed to empowering adolescents on their journey towards sustainable mental wellness? As a Behavioral Health Technician , you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support adolescents ages (12-17) in their journey towards improved mental health and well-being. Every day you will participate and guide teens in experiential therapies like art, music, yoga, hiking, fitness, and a variety of other on and off campus activities. To thrive at Embark, you must have an empathetic heart and maintain personal and professional boundaries with teens. At Embark our mission is to lead the way in driving teen and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide from the all-time highs of today to all-time lows by 2028. We warmly welcome EMTs to apply for this position! Your experience in emergency medical care and crisis management makes you uniquely qualified to transition into the Behavioral Health Technician role.
Requirements
- Age: 21+ years of age or older
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field is preferred.
- Skills: Quick decision-making skills and a growth mindset with a focus on Embarks core values.
- Experience: Min of 1 year of experience working with adolescent populations is preferred
- Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred, will provide training
- Background Checks: Must pass pre-employment drug screen and federal and state background check in concordance with VA state laws. Valid driving license required.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe verbal de-escalation or physical intervention techniques with upset teens as they arise
- Serve as a positive role model and enforce a supportive atmosphere
- Communicate important observations and updates to the Program Director
- At end of shift, document client progress notes daily
- With an empathetic heart encourage teen engagement in activities of daily living (ADLs) and coping skill applications
Benefits
- Become the Best of the Best: Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
- Proven Positive Outcomes: You'll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives. S
- Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
- Robust (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
- Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
