Position is based out of Orefield, PA.

We are seeking staff (Mental Health Technicians) to work with youth in our inpatient programs. We take pride in our structured program that focuses on changing a client's behaviors, thinking patterns, and values. Our program primarily focuses on implementing behavioral changes to assist with a successful reintegration into the home, family, and community.

The Mental Health Technician is responsible for providing direct supervision and direction to emotionally and behaviorally challenged children and adolescents in a compassionate and respectful manner. This includes requiring an unwavering commitment to the safety of kids and being aware of all ongoing developments and concerns, on a daily basis, of all children in their care. This responsibility also includes demonstrating the ability to distinguish between discipline and punishment as well as seeing past a child’s surface behavior to recognize the children in need of help. Additionally, there is an innate desire to build trusting and supportive relationships with all of our children and recognize this as a prerequisite for implementing individualized treatment and unit programming.

Schedule:
Full time and part time available
2nd shift (3PM-11PM) or 3rd shift (11PM-7AM)
Weekends are required!

We are not interviewing for Day shift at this time.
Pay:
$16.50-$20.00 an hour, based on education and experience

Minimum requirements:

• 1. Be 21 years of age or older.
• 2. Have a valid driver's license.
• 3. Have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• 4. Must be able to attend a 2 week paid corporate training. Trainings are Monday through Friday from 9AM-5PM, must be completed consecutively. Training begins July 8th.

Those pursuing an Associates or Bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Education, or Social Services are highly encouraged to apply.

KidsPeace offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical & Prescription / Vision / Dental coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b retirement plan, Tuition Assistance Program, Student Loan Forgiveness Program and generous accrued paid time off including Vacation, Floating/Paid Holidays, and Sick Time. KidsPeace staff are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
KidsPeace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting workforce diversity.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age or older to qualify for the position. Our clients range from 5-21 years of age.

Do you meet the age requirement?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person