Behavioral Health Group Technician

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VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has openings for a Behavioral Health Group Technician at James T Vaughn Correctional Center in Smyrna, DE.

Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

Behavioral Health Group Technician Benefits Package

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
  
  

Behavioral Health Group Technician Position Summary

To perform this job successfully, the Behavioral Health Activity Technician must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. You will provide routine care for mentally ill clients under the direction of licensed behavioral health staff and provide purposeful, goal-oriented activities that teach and facilitate skills in assertiveness, independent living, interpersonal and social skills, and promoting individualized interest and pursuits.

Behavioral Health Group Technician Essential Functions

• Lead group therapy activities
• Work with the behavioral health team to plan treatment goals for specific clients
• Assist in coordinating and implementing recreation therapy
• Observe patients’ progress and program involvement
• Write clinical notes to be included in electronic health records
• Notify Behavioral Health Director/Clinical Supervisor in a timely manner of problems requiring attention/intervention
• Attends training and meetings as required
• Other duties, as assigned
  
  

Behavioral Health Group Technician Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (preference for an associate degree in human services, or working towards a degree in human services)
• Two (2) years of experience in therapeutic recreation or related field providing programming for persons who have a mental illness is preferred.
• Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation
  
  

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Technician

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