Behavioral Health Technician - Per Diem (Auburn)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $21.00/hour-$22.00/hour (per diem)
• Paid Sick

Yolo Community Care Continuum is a nonprofit organization established to better the lives of people with mental illness through direct services, advocacy, education, and volunteer efforts. Yolo Community Care Continuum strives to excel as a dynamic presence in our community. Our goal is to provide client driven services which assist people to attain the highest level of mental health possible.

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for providing direct service to clients and for facilitating the smooth day-to-day operation of a voluntary residential mental health facility. Behavioral Health Tech collaborates as a member of a multi-agency treatment team to develop and implement effective treatment strategies. This is a non-exempt position.

SUPERVISION/REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Behavioral Health Tech reports to the Program Director (and Associate Director if applicable).

• Coursework in psychology, social work, or related field preferred.
• One year working with individuals with behavioral health issues, preferred.
• Knowledge of and belief in the principles of patient-centered treatment. Knowledge of medications and mental health treatment preferred. Follows and applies psychosocial rehabilitation model.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a team member. Excellent communication skills, both oral, and written. Able to use Office365 products, including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Must obtain a negative TB test or chest x-ray and clearance on an employment physical. Must be able to lift twenty pounds, view and utilize a computer, documents in writing and/or typed form.
• Hiring is contingent upon a full background screening in accordance with California licensing regulations; DOJ/FBI clearance, pre-employment physical and TB clearance. DMV printout and Basic First Aid certification is required prior to employment.

STAFFING AND TRAINING REQUIREMENT

• You must be able to meet staffing and availability requirements. Schedules may be a variety of mid-shifts, swing/evening, graveyard and/or weekend shifts or as program needs.
• Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility. Employees are expected to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start. Employees are expected to remain at work for the entire work schedule.
• Attendance of monthly staff meeting is required
• Follows sick policy and provides proper notification of absence and tardiness in accordance with YCCC’s policy
• You may be directed to work at another agency site when necessary
• Annual training hours required: 20 hours per year
• Completion of the Plan of Supervision is required
• Direct Service
• Milieu Management/Treatment Environment
• Communication and Outreach
• Documentation
• Universal Criteria
• Physical, Environmental, and Mental Factors

**This job description is not all inclusive, other duties required as assigned. This job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Direct Service

• Prepares meals as per weekly menu and cleans up after meal service; meals will include meat items
• Cleans with use of chemicals like bleach and ammonia-based products
• Performs medication passes and assists clients with medications
• Performs medication counts
• Maintain appropriate therapeutic boundaries with clients
• Review treatment plan goals with clients regularly
• Support clients in accessing community resources
• Provide effective crisis intervention
• Complete assessments accurately and professionally
• Teach independent living skills effectively
• Demonstrate active listening skills
• Utilize individualized approach to client services

Milieu Management/Treatment Environment

• Provide information (verbally and in Communications Log) during shift transition
• Support team members and utilizes a team approach when a crisis occurs
• Be aware of and eliminate stressors in the milieu
• Prepare and facilitate groups as assigned
• Manage milieu to ensure clients feel safe and secure
• Is present at and oversees client activities
• Ensure completion of household chores by clients
• Ensure that milieu is clean, safe and in compliance with Medi-Cal and Community Care Licensing requirements

Communication and Outreach

• Inform Program Director of significant events in a timely manner
• Coordinate with other treatment providers
• Advocate for clients
• Function effectively as a treatment team member
• Demonstrate professional courtesy
• Make appropriate referrals for clients to other services in coordination with Program Director
• Follow up with Emergency Department for medication list and appropriate paperwork

Documentation

• All charts, program documentation, MARs, incident reports, and other forms/reports are completed according to the following criteria:
• o Timely
• o Objectively (behavioral observations are recorded accurately)
• o Thoroughly
• o Legibly
• Correctly follows documentation procedures
• Treatment plan goals are developed in tandem with the client and are time limited, observable, measurable, and achievable
• Progress Notes are to be completed during shift

Universal Criteria (These criteria are evaluated for every YCCC position)

• Demonstrate respect for clients and co-workers
• Behave in an ethical manner per agency and program policies and procedures
• Adhere to agency and program policies and procedures
• Attend and complete required training
• Follow professional dress code
• Be on time for shift and ready to work
• Provide proper notification of absence and tardiness in accordance with YCCC’s Employee Handbook
• Maintain a helpful and positive attitude so as not to undermine other YCCC staff, the leadership team, the agency’s collaborators, or the agency
• Perform duties in a self-directed manner
• Accept direction from management team and accepts assignments graciously
• Follow universal precautions
• Utilize creative and flexible approaches to accomplish tasks
• Utilize customer service approach with clients, family members and community members
• Follow safety rules and regulations
• Utilize a team approach to client care
• Communicate effectively

Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Every weekend

Application Question(s):

• Do you understand that hiring is contingent upon a full background screening in accordance with California licensing regulations; DOJ/FBI clearance, pre-employment physical and TB clearance. DMV printout and Basic First Aid certification is required prior to employment.
• Please answer YES or NO: Do you understand this position is required to work weekends?
• Please answer YES or NO: Do you understand this position is for Per Diem?

Experience:

• working with individuals with behavioral health issues: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Auburn, CA 95603: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person