Behavioral Health Technician

BOLEY CENTER • St. Petersburg, FL

24d • $0 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County. Boley Centers, Inc., a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, has an opening for a full-time Behavioral Health Technician.

Requirements

• Associates degree preferred. A high school diploma may qualify with relevant experience.
• Completion of certification as a Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) required within time frame allotted per Agency policy.
• With an Associates degree, must have a minimum of 1-year paid experience in behavioral health care.
• With a high school diploma must additionally have 2 years of paid experience in behavioral health care.
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for certification as a CBHT.
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for required experience.
• Education must be from an accredited school, college, or university.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Must pass a Level 2 background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of mental illness, counseling techniques and behavior modification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides a variety of services for clients living in an assigned residential facility.
• Services include Living Skills Training, transportation to and from activities, counseling, medication monitoring and housekeeping assistance.
• Responsible for maintaining proper records, receipts and other documentation as required by regulation, policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree