This position if perfect for you if: 

• You are passionate about working in the Substance Use/Mental Health field and all the joy, chaos, challenges, and humor that it brings - Things are never dull!
• You love working in a multi disciplinary team - In our program our therapists, nurses, mental health techs, medical providers, and teachers all work closely to deliver consistent and exceptional client care
• You thrive on team work, problem solving, overcoming challenges, and providing calm in crisis. 
• You are looking for a career that offers opportunity and growth at a values based organization 

POSITION: Mental Health Technician

Location: Detox / Residential Treatment Facility | Chantilly, VA

SCHEDULE: Full Time Day Shifts | Sunday / Monday / Tuesday (12 hour shifts)

IDEAL CANDIDATES ARE:

• Adaptable and Flexible to Change
• Passionate About Adolescents 
• Proactive Problem Solvers
• Strong Communicators (Written and Verbal)
• Integral (Able to hold firm and fair boundaries with Clients)

DAY TO DAY EXPECATATIONS: 

• Milieu Management
• Behavioral Health Support
• Experiential Activities 
• Client De-escalation and Redirection 
• Full Team Collaboration and Support 

COMPENSATION: $17.00 Per Hour Full Time Benefits

BENEFITS:

• 401k Program with up to a 5% Match
• 4 weeks paid days off per calendar year (combination of PTO and Paid Floating Holidays) 
• A robust EAP that includes counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching
• Continued Education and Learning Opportunities 
• A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members 
• Small case loads for a focus on individualized support for clients
• A company culture that prioritizes diversity, inclusion and equity for clients and staff 
• Personal and Professional growth opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision | Short/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance

POSITION OVERVIEW: Works closely with medical and clinical staff in providing care to clients in an in-patient setting. Supports the clinical team with all aspects of programming for clients. This individual also supports medication administration, urinalysis, breathalyzer tests, and completed supporting documentation.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: 

• Previous experience with treatment of substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders is required
• Training in verbal de-escalation and/or mental heath is strongly preferred. 
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions is required
• QMAP and CPR certified or willingness to become certified
• Ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of experience

EDUCATION: 

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelors Degree in a Behavioral Health Science preferred (counseling, clinical social work, clinical psychology, marriage and family therapy, or a related field)

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19
• Contribute to a high-performing culture, focused on partnering with clients as we inspire and empower change
• Adhere to all aspects of the program’s policies and procedures to ensure quality performance and assist the Performance Improvement Committee in any quality improvements that may be necessary 
• Responsible for the milieu management of clients
• Identify emerging situation and respond appropriately, deescalating clients when needed. 
• Preform accurate, timely and ethical documentation at all times, including admissions, discharges, inventories of client personal belongings, documentation of all significant interaction with individual clients
• Valid driver’s license and able to assist with transporting clients 
• Other duties as assigned

Sandstone Care is a teen and young adult behavioral health treatment program offering a full continuum of care. We deliver care through an innovative treatment approach which addresses not only mental health concerns, but also supports the entire ecosystem including treating the broader family system, providing academic & vocational support, and helping clients build new, healthy communities to support their longer term recovery.