Mental Health Technician-Day Treatment (full time and on-call)

About us :

We embrace diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and views.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be in fulfilling our mission of Building Brighter Futures with Children and Families .

Our vision is to create safe communities where children are healthy, and every family has the opportunity for success. Families get the support they need when and where they need it.

There is a focus on prevention and health; organizations and systems are connected in a synergistic sanctuary community that generates : Non violence, Growth and Change, Democracy, Emotional intelligence, social learning, Open communication, and Social Responsibility.

Our investment in the future of each child means that the next generation of Oregonians will have the skills to contribute meaningfully through employment, community service, and raising their own healthy families.

At TFS we believe that every child and family can have a brighter future, through the love we bring together we can make this possible.

There is so much need for mental and emotional support at all levels of our communities.

Our DEI Vision and Mission

Our mission is to foster a company culture where diversity and inclusion is embedded in our core belief system. Our vision is to increase our fundamental awareness around inclusive best practices and execute plans to support an equitable environment.

We will work to create an environment where every employee is considered and valued. We will resist hate, judgment, shame, and blame, focusing instead on difference, choice, compromise, and respect.

We will adopt an understanding that DEI is a journey, not a destination. Through intentionality, we will meet others where they are and learn how to bring each other along.

To take a behind the scenes look our programs please visit our website at https : / / www.trilliumfamily.org /

About the Opportunity :

Schedule :

• Full time / 40 hours week - Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm
• Varied on-call Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 am to 4 pm - Weekly hours vary but could work up to 40 / hours week.

Pay Rate : $21.00 to $21.85 (depending on education & experience)

Location : Sagebrush Day Treatment, Bend, OR

About the position :

Works under the direct supervision of the Day Treatment Skills Trainer Supervisor in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of skills-specific therapeutic services for school-aged youth in the day treatment program.

Within the guidelines and direction established by the supervisor, provides education, direction, and modeling to assist client with their treatment goals for implementing identified evidence-based therapeutic interventions, assisting with academic instruction, and providing skills training for all clients in the program.

Must be able to provide emotional support, leadership, and direction to all clients. Consults with team members, agency personnel, and family members regarding current client issues.

Accountable for providing supervision and trauma informed care of clients in the Day Treatment Center. Implements treatment programming in a classroom environment as a member of an interdisciplinary team of professionals.

• Engages in positive and appropriate relationship-building with clients, their resources, and coworkers.
• Ensures safety, security, and confidentiality of clients in classroom and community-based settings.
• Facilitates and leads Individual and group skills training with the clients in accordance with the Client’s treatment plan.
• Monitor and document client progress toward goal attainment in accordance with agency standards and complete professional documentation as required by agency policies.
• Provide education and modeling of behavioral management techniques to client and adult caregivers modeling professionalism, effective communication, problem solving and decision making that promote clients Restorative Services goals.
• Understands and participates in the treatment process (from assessment to discharge), including interdisciplinary communication, family engagement, documentation, and relationship building.
• Demonstrates understanding of risk management procedures, protocols, policies, and interventions related to high-risk client behavior.

This is achieved through policy review, formal testing, training compliance, and validated observation which demonstrates these competencies.

Demonstrates cultural awareness and works toward cultural competencies for the organization.

About You :

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

• Demonstrates the ability to administer medications to clients when needed, per TFS policy.
• Completes and keeps current all training required for the position.
• Demonstrates an ability to creatively and collaboratively problem solve in their daily work with clients, their resources, and coworkers.
• Demonstrates an ability to use good judgment with clients, their resources and coworkers, within the guidelines of policy and Trauma informed care principles.
• Monitors and documents client progress toward goal attainment in accordance with agency standards and complete professional documentation as required by agency policies.
• Participates in monthly supervision with direct supervisor and participates in staff meetings with day treatment team.
• Models, coaches, and counsels’ clients regarding skills as outlined in individual treatment plans.
• Demonstrates knowledge of agency policy and procedures as well as the treatment process.
• Assists clients with guidance in the process of reaching identified treatment goals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of family systems and processes, and how to work with individuals in a family system.

Education : Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences or equivalent education / experience.

Top 3 Must Haves -

• Ability to be available M-F during program hours for full time - Available and at least two (2) days a week for on On-Call positions.
• Experience working with youth, K-12, in mental health and or school settings.
• Willingness to learn about client treatment plans and apply varying interventions.

Preferences (not a must) -

• Desire to further their career in the mental health field.
• Experience developing or leading activities for youth.
• Experience developing and planning activities.

Benefits : (not all positions are benefit eligible)

We offer an excellent benefits package, including the following :

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Vision, and Dental for Full Time Employees
• 401k retirement plan matches up to %6 match
• Growth Career track, continuing education, and professional development.
• Paid Training
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• And more!

Pay Equity : Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role.

However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education.

Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion, and environment, please contact the HR department.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.

Consideration of candidates will be on-going, and position may close after three days of original postings.

if you need accommodation to review the information and / or complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources

Trillium Family Services is a drug-free workplace. All final applicants will be subject to a criminal record identification check pursuant to ORS 181.

536.727.537 and agency policy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider and support culturally linguistically diverse governance, leadership, and workforce.