Mental Health Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Louisville, Kentucky, United States Caritas Care Solutions Full time
Job Description

Caritas Care Solutions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing shelter and treatment to youth in the foster care system. We are seeking a compassionate Mental Health Technician to provide direct support to youth experiencing behavioral health challenges.

This role requires a candidate who can work with troubled youth, establishing healthy boundaries, fostering acceptance, and offering emotional support. The ideal candidate will be prepared to work in a dynamic environment, providing direct care and assisting in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist patients with daily living activities.
  • Provide direct patient care as needed.
  • Interact with treatment teams to implement interventions and report data.

Observation and Monitoring:

  • Observe and record behaviors, reporting changes to clinical staff.
  • Suggest modifications to the treatment plan based on observations.

Crisis Intervention and Safety:

  • Provide crisis intervention and milieu management to maintain patient and staff safety.

Documentation and Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate medical records.
  • Provide verbal and written reports to clinical staff.

Collaboration and Support:

  • Coordinate care within a multidisciplinary team framework.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Minimum of 2 years of direct care experience in a behavioral health environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree Preferred
  • Experience in mental health, chemical dependency, and/or substance abuse treatment.

Caritas Care Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Types: PRN to FT

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • First Aid Certification (Required)
  • CPR Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Louisville Kentucky Metro Area

Work Location: On-Location, Hospital, Psychiatric Center, Residential Center



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