Mental Health Technician -Youth Residential Center

$2000 SIGN ON BONUS: $1000 at 6 months of employment & $1000 at 1 year of employment.

Job Details: Local applicants only.

Location: Family Centered Services of Alaska, Youth Residential Treatment Center. 3101 Lathrop Street, Fairbanks, AK 99701.

Position Title: Mental Health Technician (MHT).

Shifts:

• 5pm-6am, rotating Schedule 3-4 days a week, 13 hrs per day. One weekend day required.
• 6am-6pm, rotating schedule 3-4 days a week, 12 hrs per day. one weekend day required.
• 9pm-7am, 4 days a week, 10 hrs per day. One weekend day required.
• 1:30pm-9:30pm, 5 days a week, 8 hrs per day. one weekend day required.

Status: Full Time

Job Summary: This is an entry level position; seeking individuals that would enjoy working directly with Adolescents between the ages of 12-18 in a residential treatment center to role model, teach and supervise adolescents in a structured environment. Comprehensive paid training 2 1/2 week training provided to prepare new employees for success in our collaborative environment.

Requirements:

• Must be currently in the state of AK -Local area, any out of state candidates will not be accepted.
• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent.
• 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to provide a 3-5 year driving record with a clear driving history.
• Must pass a thorough a federal background check conducted by the State of Alaska Background Check department.
• Must be able to fulfill the physical aspects of the position, including but not limited to the ability to physically restrain clients as needed and lifting up to 40lbs.
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule, including weekends.
• Must have basic computer and typing skills.

Full Benefits Package for FULL TIME Employees only.

Paid Time Off

All Employees will receive a consideration for a pay increase after 90 days of employment. Full time employees earn 2 weeks of paid vacation during their first year of employment and will earn 4 weeks of paid vacation after one year of employment.

Generous Retirement Contribution

About Us

Family Centered Services of Alaska (FCSA) is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) corporation founded in 1989. The original founders of the organization were Fairbanks Alaska community members with a diverse range of professional backgrounds committed to helping children with a wide spectrum of behavioral health issues and mental illness. Today, FCSA is a large diverse organization with over 100 employees providing services in the Fairbanks area, Mat-Su Valley, and surrounding communities. FCSA provides services ranging from outpatient services, residential treatment care, educational support, and daytime child-care.

Family Centered Services of Alaska Benefits:

Family Centered Services of Alaska provides on the job training, career advancement opportunities, and tuition reimbursement for employees looking to further their education in behavioral health related fields. FCSA offers a full benefits package including paid time off, medical & dental insurance, vision reimbursement, life & disability insurance, and a generous retirement plan. Employees of FCSA are eligible to enroll their children in FCSA’s Smart Start Learning Center Day Care Program to receive a discount for childcare services (contingent upon learning center availability).

Family Centered Services of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 - $21.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Psychiatry

Application Question(s):

• Are you a minimum of 21 years of age?
• Do you currently live in the state of AK, our local area?

At this time we are only reviewing applicants who are currently living living in our local area or who already have arrangements to be in our local area.

• Are you available on the weekends (Sat & Sun)?

The shifts we're hiring for are scheduled for at least one weekend day if not both.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Working with youth: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000