What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Behavioral Health Technician (Days) – Youth position at Unison Health?
Why Join Unison Health?
Unison Health provides a mission-driven work environment focused on staff support, professional growth, and work-life balance. We are committed to helping our employees thrive while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. For over 50 years, Unison Health has proudly supported individuals, families, and communities across Ohio. From behavioral health and substance abuse treatment to primary healthcare, we are dedicated to our mission: Making Lives Better.
Compensation & Benefits:
Unison Health is seeking compassionate and motivated Lead Behavioral Health Technician to join our Children’s Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP). This is your opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families by providing care, support, and encouragement in a safe, home-like environment.
Key Responsibilities & Role Highlights:
Unison Health provides a mission-driven work environment focused on staff support, professional growth, and work-life balance. We are committed to helping our employees thrive while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. For over 50 years, Unison Health has proudly supported individuals, families, and communities across Ohio. From behavioral health and substance abuse treatment to primary healthcare, we are dedicated to our mission: Making Lives Better.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Starting Pay: $26.00 an hour
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Starting at 16 Days/Year
- Medical with federal minimum deductibles
- Dental and vision coverage
- Retirement planning and employer contribution
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Unison Health is seeking compassionate and motivated Lead Behavioral Health Technician to join our Children’s Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP). This is your opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families by providing care, support, and encouragement in a safe, home-like environment.
Key Responsibilities & Role Highlights:
- Serve as the lead decision maker for the shift
- Assist in new staff onboarding
- Lead morning shift huddle (include point review)
- Assign and monitor staff responsibilities
- Assist with call offs
- Communicate concerns to program manager and/or director
- Conduct environmental and safety rounds
- Coach Behavioral Health Technicians in real time
- Coordinate school departures and appointments
- Lead admissions intake process
- Review youth point sheets
- Grocery ordering and grocery pickups
- Coordinate individual youth store trips for use of allowance
- Complete essential store runs
- Ensure agency vehicles are fueled, clean, and stocked
- Monitor unit inventory and submit supply requests
- Prepare rooms for admissions
- Review documentation and complete shift handoff
- Assist with daily living skills, meals, hygiene, chores, and recreation
- Lead and participate in structured activities and learning opportunities
- Document progress, behaviors, and interactions
- Use trauma-informed approaches, de-escalation techniques, and crisis interventions when needed
- Work collaboratively with team members to ensure a safe, supportive environment
- High School Diploma
- 3 years or more supervisory experience with children
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Valid driver’s license & insurable (if driving required)
- CPR & CPI certification within 90 days of hire
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for helping children succeed
Salary : $26