What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician position at Christian Family Solutions?
Description
Christian Family Solutions is a faith-based, religious organization committed to our mission, healing and helping people in need through the ministry of Jesus Christ. As more and more people seek help with difficult issues, we want to be the counseling resource they turn to for hope, healing, and peace.
We are currently recruiting a Mental Health Technician to provide services within our STRONG program. STRONG stands for Successfully Treating and Reaching Our Next Generation. This name was chosen because it expresses the unique value of each child that our program and organization serves, acknowledging that each child deserves a chance at a brighter future. The ideal candidate would be willing to provide mental health counseling services within a positive, Christian work environment.
This is a full-time position with standard hours of 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Employees in this role are eligible for the Christian Family Solutions full benefits package, which includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Plus, one additional paid Mental Health Day each month
What you will be doing
The primary role of the Mental Health Technician is to provide de-escalation services when challenging behaviors arise, provide general client care, and participate in clinic projects to improve professional skills and clinic operations. In addition, the Mental Health Technician will occasionally facilitate psycho-educational groups for clients admitted into our program while complying to safety and educational requirements in a professional manner. This position will also participate in clinical supervision meetings for professional and team improvement, as directed.
Quality mental health delivered with integrity is the first commitment we make to our clients. An additional commitment we make is to offer the option of Christian faith principles integrated with a client’s treatment, as needed and desired by the client. Research has proven that such faith-integrated treatment is effective and has longer lasting impact. It is an approach we are committed to delivering, and we train our staff to provide it. You will work in a unique environment where both your professional skills and your faith can grow.
Why work for Christian Family Solutions?
At Christian Family Solutions, you have the opportunity to work with a well-trained and equipped staff who are able to safely navigate their way through the mental health field. You will receive on the job training to ensure that you too, are well trained and equipped for this position. Christian Family Solutions will also provide training in the process of applying clinical treatment within a biblical worldview, regular in-service or continuing education opportunities, as well as regular supervision and consultation.
If you are motivated to assist clients in a comfortable, supportive, and Christ-centered atmosphere with strong Christian Mission and Core Values, we want you to be a part of our team.
Requirements
- A minimum of a high school diploma required.
- One-year experience working with children with severe emotional/ behavioral disorders.
- Active member of a WELS or ELS or confessional Lutheran church preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- A high degree of responsibility in maintaining confidentiality in all matters pertaining to work.
- Previous coursework or training on children with mental health/emotional disorders.
- Personal aptitude and life experience which suggest aptitude to provide positive and effective services for children with mental health disorders.
- Willingness to support the mission of Christian Family Solutions and uphold a biblical worldview in the clinical setting.