Behavioral Health Tech II Youth Inpatient Unit
Kitsap Mental Health Services
Summary
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring Behavioral Health Technician II team members to provide support within the Youth Inpatient Unit. This position helps youth build skills, navigate challenges, and participate in treatment while receiving inpatient behavioral health services. The role serves as an experienced presence within the milieu and supports both therapeutic programming and unit operations.
Job description
Primary Responsibilities
- Facilitate approved treatment groups independently.
- Work directly with clients on therapeutic activities assigned by the treatment team.
- Conduct ongoing observation and assessment of client mental status during each shift.
- Assist with client admissions and orientation to services.
- Assist with client de-escalation and crisis situations.
- Provide a therapeutic presence within the treatment milieu.
- Meet client daily needs related to health, safety, and unit operations.
- Prepare and serve meals.
- Conduct unit safety checks.
- Monitor clients according to assigned levels of observation.
- Provide transportation as directed by a supervisor.
- Assist in maintaining a clean work environment.
- Assist in maintaining adequate inventories of food and non-food supplies.
- Follow specific behavioral protocols and treatment interventions as directed.
- Complete electronic and paper charting, documentation, and data entry in accordance with KMHS policies and procedures.
- Complete paperwork related to admissions, discharges, confidentiality requirements, client rights, inventories, tracking forms, and other required records.
- Attend mandatory trainings and maintain required certifications and documentation.
- Support staffing needs within the Youth Inpatient Unit.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, behavioral health or Education. High School Diploma/GED accepted with four or more years' relevant experience.
- Two years of relevant experience in social services, behavioral health or education.
- Valid Washington Food Handler card.
- Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
- Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire; training provided by the organization).
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness in high-intensity/high-acuity setting.
- Capacity to work well with children and families.
Performance Requirements
- Maintain working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in agency trainings.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
- Communicates clearly and concisely.
- Able to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Demonstrated ability to work in stressful situations (i.e., clients in crisis).
- Able to adjust approach to meet changing demands and situations including working with diverse populations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, behavioral health or Education, or High School Diploma/GED with four or more years' relevant experience
- Two years of relevant experience in social services, behavioral health or education
- Valid Washington Food Handler card
- Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration
- Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
- Knowledge of verbal de-escalation skills
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Communicates clearly and concisely
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Ability to work in stressful situations
- Ability to adjust approach to meet changing demands and diverse populations
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision
- Up to 19 days PTO
- 2 mental health days
- 10 holidays
- Paid YMCA membership
- Company-paid life & disability insurance
- Student loan assistance
- Professional development
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Employee assistance program
- Pet insurance
- Free wellness app
Company overview
Kitsap Mental Health Services is a comprehensive mental health care provider serving the Kitsap County region in Washington State. As a community-based healthcare organization, it offers a wide range of mental health services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, psychiatric care, substance abuse treatment, and support services for individuals with serious mental illnesses. The organization focuses on providing accessible, high-quality mental health care to diverse populations across the lifespan, from children and adolescents to adults and seniors. Kitsap Mental Health Services operates as a critical component of the local healthcare infrastructure, collaborating with other community organizations, healthcare providers, and social service agencies to deliver integrated care. The organization emphasizes evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented approaches to support individuals in achieving mental wellness and improved quality of life. Through its various programs and services, Kitsap Mental Health Services addresses the complex mental health needs of the community while working to reduce stigma and promote mental health awareness.