Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time Days

Brightli • Columbia, MO

2d

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician I provides direct and supportive care to clients and patients experiencing behavioral health challenges. The role helps ensure their safety and well-being, supports a therapeutic environment, and promotes recovery and personal growth. The technician oversees daily activities, monitors health indicators, responds to concerns, and facilitates group education and structured activities.

The position is in the Rapid Access Unit in Columbia, Missouri. Qualifications include a high school education or equivalent and two years of responsible employment. Human services or related-field experience is preferred. Additional credential requirements apply to certain programs: St. Louis County Programs require a bachelor's degree or MAADC I or II; Residential Care Facility employees must become Level 1 Med Aid credentialed and insulin certified within 90 days of starting.

Applicants must complete criminal-record, driving-record, and abuse/neglect background checks; have a current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance; obtain First Aid and CPR certification within three months; and complete mandatory training within the required timeframe. Employees must be at least 21 years old to operate a company-owned vehicle.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Two years of responsible employment.
• Successful completion of criminal-record, driving-record, and abuse/neglect background checks.
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• First Aid and CPR certification within three months of beginning employment.
• Completion of mandatory training within the required timeframe.
• At least 21 years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• For St. Louis County Programs: a bachelor's degree or MAADC I or II.
• For Residential Care Facility: obtain Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) credentialing and insulin certification within the first 90 days in the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Human Services or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight and support to clients and patients, ensuring their safety and well-being during daily activities.
• Monitor vital signs and health indicators and determine when medical intervention is needed.
• Facilitate group education and structured activities that encourage engagement and recovery skills.
• Document and report exceptional behaviors or areas of concern.
• Assist with personal care, including grooming, bathing, and dressing, when required.
• Maintain accurate medication-administration records and monitor clients' self-administration of medication.
• Participate as an active member of the treatment team and help identify clients' strengths and needs.
• Follow policies and procedures, including medication storage and documentation protocols.
• Transport clients and patients to appointments as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as requested by supervisors.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, and financial consultation for the employee and household at no cost.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, and life benefits, among others, for full-time employees.
• Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
• Career mobility and advancement opportunities, including promotion from within.
• A workplace culture that promotes employee well-being and values individuals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED