D104 - Adult MH Crisis - Health Service Technician, CSC

River Edge is currently seeking a Full-time Health Service Technician for our Crisis Services. In this role, the technician provides direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering positive relationships and ensuring client safety. Responsibilities include facilitating self-help activities, reporting changes in clients' conditions, documenting services provided, and assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, transportation, and other assigned duties. Schedule: 4pm-12 Midnight - work 5 days per week with rotating weekends- off one day per week.  FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt  Benefits Offered: Competitive Pay Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Paid Time Off 12 Paid Holidays 401k with an employer match Flexible Spending Accounts Short and Long-term disability coverage Life Insurance Employee Discount Program Duties & Responsibilities: Provides direct care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Fosters positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served. Ensures client safety and maintaining a safe environment. Encourages self-help activities. Reports changes in client’s condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors. Documents services provided. Plans meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, feeding and clean-up. Accompanies clients to scheduled appointments and transports clients or running errands for clients. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED At least one (1) year experience working with behavioral health clients (mental health, substance abuse, developmental disabilities). Must be computer literate. All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test. Provide 2 Professional reference Statements (Former employers only, no family members)   Competencies: Knowledge of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD): Understanding of the unique needs, challenges, and care requirements of individuals with IDD, including knowledge of behavioral management techniques and communication strategies. Crisis Intervention Skills: Ability to effectively respond to crisis situations, including de-escalation techniques, implementing crisis management protocols, and ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in crisis. Documentation and Reporting: Proficiency in documenting services provided, maintaining accurate records, and effectively communicating changes in clients' conditions or family situations to administrators and supervisors. Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrating empathy towards individuals with disabilities and their families, showing understanding, patience, and sensitivity to their needs and concerns. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication abilities to build positive relationships with individuals served, caretakers, and colleagues, facilitating effective collaboration and ensuring clear and respectful communication in all interactions. Additional Information: The Application Process All qualified applicants will be considered. This position is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool has been identified. The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview. Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email. Due to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide information on application status by phone or email. Safe Working Environment We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we recommend full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask are the most effective ways to fight. Diversity and Inclusion River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic makeup, disability, age, or veteran status. Drug-Free Workplace River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen. At-Will Workplace Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time. EEOC Statement River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.