Kitsap Mental Health Services Careers

Behavioral Health Tech – Youth Inpatient Unit (YIU)  

Hiring Range: $20.07 - $24.58 Per Hour  

Additional Pay With Shift Differentials! (Up To An Additional $1.25/Hr)  

Benefits:   

• Comprehensive and generous health, dental and vision benefits
• Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days and 9 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
• Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
• Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
• An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative

Join our team at Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) as a Behavioral Health Technician for our Youth Inpatient Unit (YIU). As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a crucial role in providing ongoing assistance to clients in the YIU while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young individuals struggling with mental health issues apply today!  

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Ensure the safety and well-being of clients in the YIU by monitoring their behaviors and activities.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized environment within the unit.
• Implement treatment plans under the guidance of the treatment team.
• Document client interactions and observations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in team meetings and communicate effectively with other staff members.
• Provide support and guidance to clients as needed.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders to coordinate client care and services.
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures at all times.
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary.
• Engage clients in therapeutic activities and promote positive social interactions.
• Support clients in developing coping skills and self-management techniques.
• Facilitate group activities and recreational therapy sessions.

Minimum Qualifications:   

EXPERIENCE: 1 year (customer service, social services, or behavioral health)  

Valid Washington Food Handler card. (Can be obtained after hire)  

LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration (Can be obtained after hire)  

Preferred Qualifications:  

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED  

EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)  

Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.  

Capacity to work well with children and families.  

Performance Requirements:  

KNOWLEDGE:  

1. Maintain a working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in MPAC/CPI trainings and other agency-mandated trainings

SKILLS:  

1. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
2. Communication ‑ Communicates clearly and concisely.

ABILITIES:  

1. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team member.

Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.  

Work Environment: Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods.   

Mental/Physical Requirements:    

• Ability to maintain audio and visual observation at all times.
• Ability to stand and be mobile for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, hold and lift as needed to successfully evade and/or participate in protective holds against client weight (40 -250lbs).
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain calm and utilize safety training in potentially assaultive client interactions.
• Ability to move quickly and confidently to assist or intervene when needed in potentially stressful situations.
• Successful completion of safety training, which includes demonstration of ability to:  maintain balance, torso twist, forward bend, pivot, sidestep, forward and backward step, crouch, move to secure limb, knee touch to ground, kneel, get up from floor sitting or kneeling position.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.