Mental Health Technician

Are you interested in making a positive impact by helping others in the new year by spreading hope and passion?

Are you looking for a career change that warms the heart with a high potential for personal growth?AMFM Healthcare is looking for a Mental Health Technician to provide superior care for our behavioral health clients in our residential Mental Health facilities.

AMFM Healthcare is a residential mental health provider serving those who are seeking treatment to learn coping skills for severe mental illness.What is the Job?The internal name for this position is Client Coordinator, but we use that term interchangeably with our roles as the primary mentors and advocates assisting our clients.

This position is rewarding for those who seek to directly make a difference in the lives of those who are struggling with acute mental illness.

You will provide compassionate and exceptional care for clients at our residential facilities.

You will provide basic group supervision and facilitation, monitor the self administration of medications, support the well being of the clients in all of their daily activities, and assist in our round-the-clock care.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:Work with clients that have acute psychiatric diagnoses in a non-lockdown setting.Conduct rounds for up to 6 clients.Have basic computer skills and are willing to learn how to use an electronic healthcare system.Observe, report, and document client behaviors.Communicate and document shift notes.Ensure client safety.Assist in other duties provided by Program Management.QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEAlthough prior experience in a mental health related field is a plus, our training program will provide you the tools to succeed on the job if you are willing to learn and are a reliable individual with a strong work ethic.This position is also a great stepping stone to expand into the organization after gaining experience in order to move towards a clinical, administrative, or other role.

AMFM Healthcare strongly believes in promoting from within after noting exceptional service.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
– Staff must meet this criteria in order to gain employment:Able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check with the Federal Department of Justice (LiveScan) and California Department of Social ServicesCurrent valid Driver’s License with 4 years of continuous driving historyNo major traffic violations within the past 5 yearsAt least 21 years of ageMinimum of a High School diplomaABOUT USAfter the tragic loss of a beloved son due to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was created with the vision of preventing such hopelessness in the lives of others.

Our team is composed of individuals who have both the qualifications and the passion to take care of severe mental illness.

In the field of mental healthcare, A Mission for Michael is unique.

As you enter our facilities, you’ll soon notice that we’re different from most mental health treatment centers.

With an intensive focus on clinical evidence-based treatment, along with personalized and compassionate care, we offer mental health treatment that changes lives.Job Type: Full-time (Part time work is also available)Shift Schedules
– flexibility is a huge plus1st Shift: 6:30am-2:30pm2nd Shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm3rd Shift: 11:00pm-7:00amPay: $17-$18/hr (depending on prior work experience and education)Benefits:Medical, Dental, VisionPTOMatching 401kGym membershipOpportunity for advancement