Embark Behavioral Health
Job Behavioral Health Associate
Embark Behavioral Health, Alexandria, Virginia, United States, 22301
Embark Behavioral Health
Are you a compassionate and patient professional looking to make a meaningful impact in adolescent mental health? Join Embark Behavioral Health in Alexandria, Virginia, where you'll support teens (12-17) through experiential therapies like art therapy, music therapy, yoga, hiking, and fitnesshelping them build resilience and long-term well-being. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide structured support, mentorship, and crisis intervention while maintaining healthy boundaries. At Embark, we are on a mission to reduce teen anxiety, depression, and suicide rates by 2028. Now Hiring EMTs! Your crisis management, emergency response, and trauma-informed care skills make you an ideal fit for this role. Responsibilities
Guide teens through challenges using verbal de-escalation and safe intervention techniques. Foster a supportive, structured atmosphere, serving as a positive role model. Communicate key observations and updates to the Program Director. Document daily progress to track and celebrate client growth. Encourage participation in daily routines (ADLs) and teach healthy coping strategies with empathy. Qualifications
Age: 21+ Education: High school diploma or GED required; degree in psychology, human services, or a related field preferred. Experience: 1+ year working with adolescents preferred. Certifications: CPR & First Aid preferred (training provided). Requirements: Must pass a drug screening, background check, and hold a valid driver's license per Virginia state laws. Benefits
Become the Best of the Best: Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Proven Positive Outcomes: You'll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives. Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens. Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. #onsite
Are you a compassionate and patient professional looking to make a meaningful impact in adolescent mental health? Join Embark Behavioral Health in Alexandria, Virginia, where you'll support teens (12-17) through experiential therapies like art therapy, music therapy, yoga, hiking, and fitnesshelping them build resilience and long-term well-being. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide structured support, mentorship, and crisis intervention while maintaining healthy boundaries. At Embark, we are on a mission to reduce teen anxiety, depression, and suicide rates by 2028. Now Hiring EMTs! Your crisis management, emergency response, and trauma-informed care skills make you an ideal fit for this role. Responsibilities
Guide teens through challenges using verbal de-escalation and safe intervention techniques. Foster a supportive, structured atmosphere, serving as a positive role model. Communicate key observations and updates to the Program Director. Document daily progress to track and celebrate client growth. Encourage participation in daily routines (ADLs) and teach healthy coping strategies with empathy. Qualifications
Age: 21+ Education: High school diploma or GED required; degree in psychology, human services, or a related field preferred. Experience: 1+ year working with adolescents preferred. Certifications: CPR & First Aid preferred (training provided). Requirements: Must pass a drug screening, background check, and hold a valid driver's license per Virginia state laws. Benefits
Become the Best of the Best: Access to an established Mastery Program that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Proven Positive Outcomes: You'll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives. Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens. Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. #onsite