Charge/Mental Health Technician

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Join our team at Griffith Centers as a Charge/Mental Health Technician and help transform lives! What We Offer: Base pay of $19.50/hr, plus $1/hr shift differential when working as charge. $3/hr stipend (through approved grant period) when working on Residential. Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits available to employees the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Medical, dental and vision options available free of cost for employee only. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer. Holiday pay available for select holidays. 48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave per calendar year. 10 Vacation Days (40 hours available after 6 months of employment and accruals based on years of service). 40-hour annual bereavement benefit. Participation in our 403b retirement plan. Employee Assistance Program - available to employee and family members. Bi-weekly pay; 26 pay periods in a calendar year. Professional development and training/certifications. Responsibilities: Ensure appropriate daily staffing in accordance with CDHS-mandated staff-to-client ratios by scheduling, adjusting coverage, and providing on-the-floor support as needed. Maintain a safe, trauma-informed environment by consistently monitoring program areas, addressing behavioral or safety concerns, and prioritizing the physical and emotional well-being of youth and staff. Lead crisis response efforts, including de-escalation, lockdown procedures, fire and safety drills, and immediate coordination with on-call supervisors, law enforcement, or emergency medical services when necessary. Provide guidance, mentoring, and on-the-job training to Mental Health Technicians and other staff; ensures adherence to policy, encourages professional development, and promotes consistent quality of care. Uphold all CDHS Volume 7 standards related to incident reporting, client supervision, physical intervention, and documentation timelines; ensures reports are accurate, reviewed, and submitted on time. Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the charge log, including incident reports, staffing updates, safety concerns, and any changes in client status. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7am-3:30pm Qualifications: A 4-year college degree and at least one (1) year of relevant experience is preferred; however, the following substitutions will be considered: A high school diploma or equivalent plus at least two (2) years of experience in the human services field. A high school diploma or equivalent plus 30 semester hours of college credit and at least one (1) year of relevant experience. Qualified Medication Administration Personnel Certification (QMAP), or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. CPR/First Aid Certifications, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Demonstrated skill and experience in crisis intervention. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with expected Mental Health Technician duties. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing multiple priorities. Ability to work with sensitivity to the cultural and/or socioeconomic diversity of the agency’s clients and staff. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and trust. Must pass a background check, drug screening, and physical exam. Must be at least 21 years of age. Why Griffith Centers? Community Impact: Be part of a team that is dedicated to serving the local community and making a difference in the lives of children and families. Values-Driven Culture! Embody our core values: service oriented, psychological and physical safety, ethical, passionate, and collaborative and see how they can transform lives. Exciting Challenges: Thrive in a fast-paced, community setting that creates dynamic, vibrant, and diverse activities and interactions, and every day presents new opportunities for growth and learning. Accepting applications from 2/24/2026-3/10/2026.