Youth Mental Health Technician- Split Shifts
About The Position
Mission Prep Healthcare, part of the AMFM Healthcare family, is hiring a Mental Health Technician (Community Coordinator) to support adolescents ages 12–17 at residential treatment facilities in Los Angeles County. The role works closely with management, clinical staff, clients, and families to provide a safe, comfortable, caring, and inclusive environment. Community Coordinators are part of clients’ daily lives and support their wellness and treatment journeys through supervision, guidance, and participation in the program community. The position includes transporting clients to scheduled activities, supporting clients and families—including during crises—monitoring and documenting medication self-administration and client behavior, facilitating recovery activities and groups, maintaining a hygienic residence, conducting safety observation rounds, and documenting care in the BestNotes electronic health record. The role also contributes to person-centered treatment planning and resident orientation, including instruction on emergency procedures and safety resources. Two split-shift schedules are listed. Shift One is Monday and Tuesday, 6:30 AM–3 PM, and Friday and Saturday, 2:30 PM–11 PM. Shift Two is Sunday and Monday, 2:30 PM–11 PM, and Friday and Saturday, 6:30 AM–3 PM. The posting states 32 hours.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Pass ADP Selective Screening Services and other federal and state background checks.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and at least three continuous years of driving experience.
- Meet auto-insurance eligibility criteria: be at least 21 years old, have fewer than three moving violations in the last three years, and no more than one major violation in the last three years.
- Ability to work on a computer, walk and stand for long periods, lift up to 20 pounds, and navigate stairs.
- Strong communication skills with families, clients, and staff.
- Ability to remain professional, empathetic, and patient under pressure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Suite.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Knowledge of clinical and medical terminology is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and safely transport clients to daily activities, ensuring timely arrival and participant safety.
- Use intervention and communication skills when working with clients, their families, and significant others, including during crises.
- Follow Joint Commission policies and procedures, including those for waived testing, infection prevention and control, emergency management, and the environment of care.
- Collaborate with the program nurse and clinical team regarding medication management; monitor and report possible medication side effects; coach clients in medication self-management; and document medication self-administration according to organizational policy.
- Maintain the residences’ cleanliness and hygiene.
- Participate in clients’ daily lives and help foster a connected, harmonious community that supports their wellness.
- Facilitate recovery and clinically indicated activities and groups in accordance with organizational policy, and document them in the electronic health record.
- Use the BestNotes electronic health record system to document client activities.
- Conduct observation rounds as needed, document client behavior and treatment participation, and report findings accurately in daily passdowns.
- Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment and participate in each client’s individualized, person-centered care and treatment plan while following California Department of Social Services regulations and Mission Prep principles and values.
- Orient new residents, including reviewing safety drills, fire extinguisher locations, emergency evacuation diagrams, exit routes, evacuation procedures, and first-aid kit locations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans through Anthem for full-time employees.
- FSA/HSA accounts.
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance through Anthem.
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- PTO, Self Care Day, and Floating Holiday.
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health and Wellness Membership.
- Opportunities to advance within a compassionate, mission-driven organization.
- Supportive work environment emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
