Adolescent Psych Tech - Centered Health
Malibu, CA 90265
About the Job
*** $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS***
Available Shift:
Saturday Sunday 6am-2pm.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2pm - 10pm.
Location: 31275 Bailard Road, Malibu, CA
The pay rate is $21 - $22/hour depending on experience.
In this role, you will:
- Provide line-of-sight supervision to clients.
- Complete house-related chores as assigned.
- Strive to increase professional growth and effectiveness by completing all required training.
- Provide crisis intervention services when authorized and necessary.
- Maintain active participation with the clients as required.
- Prepare and monitor medication administration then document all details in KIPU.
- Document clients’ nightly activities, unusual behavior, and pertinent information in KIPU.
- Maintain open communication with staff, therapist, and Program Director.
- Encourage clients and promote positive interactions among peers.
- Carry out other responsibilities as delegated.
You will bring:
- A high school diploma or GED.
- Willingness to work at BOTH our adolescent locations, one in Agoura Hills and the other in Malibu.
- 1+ year of experience in the social services field or patient care experience (group home, childcare, medical assistant, etc.). We may also consider candidates with college coursework in psychology, social science or similar related fields.
- A valid California driver's license and the ability to pass and maintain a clean driving record check(MVR).
- Ability to pass a background check, and complete a physical and TB test.
- First Aid and CPR certifications are required but can be earned through us prior to your start date, if needed.
- A genuine desire to work with adolescents.
- Good judgment, a positive attitude, dependability and confidentiality.
- Knowledge of regulations concerning mental health treatment is a plus.
- Working knowledge of substance abuse, mental health disorders, and treatment procedures for such illnesses is highly desired.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills, including Internet, email, and MS Word.
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
This position comes with a hiring/retention bonus of $1,000! At the completion of 30 days, you will receive $500 and at the completion of 90 days, you will receive another $500.
Research shows that individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.
Source : Centered Health