Mental Health Technician - Childrens Hospital

KidsPeace - Orefield, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Orefield, PA

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Mental Health Technician at KidsPeace is responsible for providing direct supervision and support to emotionally and behaviorally challenged children and adolescents. This role emphasizes a compassionate approach, ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in care while fostering trusting relationships to facilitate individualized treatment and programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and direction to children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Ensure the safety of all children in care by being aware of ongoing developments and concerns.
• Distinguish between discipline and punishment, recognizing the underlying needs of children.
• Build trusting and supportive relationships with children to aid in their treatment and programming.
• Implement individualized treatment plans and unit programming as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mental Health or related field preferred.
• Experience with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required (can be trained internally post-hire).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Basic personal computer knowledge and skills required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a mental health setting with children or adolescents.