What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician position at NorthKey Community Care?
Company Overview
NorthKey Community Care is seeking multiple full-time and part-time Mental Health Technicians to provide in-person basic care and support to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crisis situations as part of a 23 hour Crisis Observation and Stabilization Unit. The position will be based in NorthKey's Covington, Kentucky office located at 502 Farrell Drive. We are hiring for week day and weekend shifts : 2nd Shift 4:30pm-1:00am; and 3rd Shift 12:30am-9:00am.
Perks and Pay
- Up to 12% annual bonus
- Strong team and family oriented work environment
- Generous plan for paid time off (PTO)
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Individual and family health insurance and other other insurance plans offered
- 401(k) with employer match
- Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic care and support to individuals in a 23 hour Crisis Observation Stabilization Services unit.
- Continuously observe patient behaviors, mental status, and activities.
- Supervise and redirect client behavior to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Interact with clients in a therapeutic manner.
- Coordinate with Mobile Crisis team, 988 call takers, therapy staff, law enforcement, and community partners for admitting individuals to the COSS.
- Complete necessary documentation within required timeframes according to current standards and policies.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude.
- Maintains confidentiality of client information, following HIPAA and other applicable laws.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use preferred
NorthKey Community Care- Company Overview
Since 1966, NorthKey Community Care (NorthKey) has provided effective and efficient mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services to the Northern Kentucky region with the commitment to providing the right service, at the right time, and in the right place. With multiple convenient locations throughout the Northern Kentucky region (Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Pendleton, and Owen counties), NorthKey offers a wide array of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services unparalleled in the region. Come join our team to help us Transform Lives and Communities through excellent service!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.40 - $18.40 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends only
Application Question(s):
- What is your requested hourly compensation rate?
Experience:
- Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Covington, KY 41011 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Covington, KY 41011: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18
