Provide structure, guidance, safety, and trauma-informed support to adolescents in early recovery, including de-escalation, monitoring, medication administration, and accurate clinical documentation. Support therapeutic and recreational activities, facilitate psychoeducation groups, coordinate referrals, and collaborate with the treatment team to maintain a safe residential environment. A high school diploma or GED and at least one year of behavioral health work experience are required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field and substance use or youth treatment experience are preferred. Applicants must obtain CAT or CAS certification within 18 months if not already certified, and must hold or obtain QMAP and CPR/First Aid certifications within six months of hire.
Jefferson Center for Mental Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
