Youth Mental Health Tech: Fri/Sat AM & Sun/Mon SWING (32hrs)

AMFM Healthcare • Bonsall, CA

412d • $39,520 - $47,840

About The Position

The Youth Mental Health Technician position at AMFM Healthcare involves providing compassionate support and care for adolescents aged 12-17 who are facing mental health and substance use challenges. The role is centered around coordinating daily activities, ensuring client safety, and facilitating therapeutic interventions in a residential mental health facility. The technician will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and wellness among clients, while also maintaining a clean and supportive environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field preferred.
• Valid US driver's license with a clean driving history for at least 4 years; must be at least 21 years of age.
• Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check through CDSS/DOJ Bureau of Criminal Information & Analysis LiveScan.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs and perform essential job functions satisfactorily.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mental health or behavioral healthcare settings.
• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches for adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and transports clients safely to all daily activities, ensuring timely arrival to scheduled activities.
• Utilizes intervention and communication skills in working with clients, their families, and significant others daily and in crisis situations.
• Adheres to all Joint Commission policies and procedures, including infection prevention and control.
• Proficiently navigates and utilizes the BestNotes electronic health record system to document client activities effectively.
• Collaborates with the program nurse and clinical team regarding medication management and monitors client behavior for medication side effects.
• Monitors and documents client self-administration of medications while coaching clients in self-management.
• Maintains the integrity of the residences, ensuring optimal cleanliness and hygiene at all times.
• Facilitates recovery and clinically indicated activities and groups according to organization policy and documents in the electronic health record.
• Conducts observation rounds to ensure client safety and documents client behavior and participation in treatment.
• Reports client attendance of daily recovery activities as scheduled.
• Assists with intakes and discharges of clients according to AMFM Healthcare's policies and procedures.
• Assists in crisis intervention when needed.
• Conducts orientation for new residents, reviewing safety drills, exit routes, and first-aid procedures.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• AD&D insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED