Behavioral Health Technicians - ENTRY LEVEL (Springfield)

Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Springfield, MO

Employment Type: Full or Part Time

Job Summary: 

Join our compassionate team as a Behavioral Health Technician and play a vital role in making a difference in the lives of individuals seeking mental health and substance use support. We are seeking empathetic, observant, and responsible individuals to provide direct care and support to our clients. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will have the opportunity to foster positive change, promote well-being, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess excellent communication and observational skills, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will be responsible for providing direct and supportive care to clients/patients. Your duties will include overseeing day-to-day activities, redirecting clients/patients when needed, monitoring health (vital signs), intervening and responding to crises, communicating with the treatment team, facilitating group education/structured activities, and transporting clients/patients as necessary. You will also be responsible for understanding client/patient treatment plans, documenting behavior, and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment.

The Behavioral Health Technician position offers… 

•  All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more · 
• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits ·
•  Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost · 
• Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income · 
• Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training · 
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement · Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning

Key Responsibilities: 

Monitor client activities and document observations relevant to client progress or behavior, including bed checks during overnight shifts. · Facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned. · Provide transportation for clients to and from appointments as needed. · Encourage clients to adhere to program expectations and rules in a trauma-informed manner, communicating any concerning behaviors to the treatment team. · Assist clients with personal care (e.g., grooming, bathing, dressing) when needed. · Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure and as permitted by appropriate training certifications/permissions. · Ensure a safe and clean environment by observing general rules of good housekeeping and reporting any maintenance problems or safety concerns.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 

• High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment
• Experience in Human Services or related field preferred. · Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.
• St. Louis County Programs: Bachelor’s Degree, OR MAADC I or II
• For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must attain credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first ninety (90) days in position.

Additional Qualifications:

• · Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.
• Valid Driver’s license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record. · Extensive knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the Employee is assigned.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance · First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.
• Medication Administration according to the program standards. · Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date.
• Achievement of thirty-six (36) hour training requirements within 2-year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift. · Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Brightli is on a Mission:

Join Brightli on our mission to transform lives and communities by providing compassionate, innovative care. Your dedication as a Behavioral Health Technician will directly contribute to our goal of creating a healthier, more resilient world. Apply today and be a part of something bigger!

Keywords: behavioral health, mental health, direct care, patient support, rehabilitation, crisis intervention, therapeutic environment, healthcare, social services, full-time

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.