Residential Behavioral Health Technician (Part-time / Kirksville, MO)
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician I provides direct and supportive care to clients/patients in residential and withdrawal management settings. The role helps monitor health indicators, facilitate structured activities, respond to crises, and support medication administration while fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. The position is part-time in Kirksville, Missouri, with weekday, weekend, or overnight shifts available. For Kirksville RCF staff, the employee must provide evidence of being free of infectious and contagious disease, such as TB, before beginning employment and annually thereafter.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of responsible employment.
- Knowledge of confidentiality laws in behavioral health.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interpret safety and procedural documents.
- Basic math and keyboarding skills.
- Ability to navigate electronic medical records.
- Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and rapport with clients.
- For Kirksville RCF staff: evidence of being free of infectious and contagious disease, such as TB, before employment and annually thereafter.
Responsibilities
- Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.
- Monitor vital signs and escalate concerns when necessary.
- Oversee and document medication administration.
- Monitor over-the-counter medications and maintain inventory.
- Document blood glucose levels and maintain related equipment.
- Conduct supervision checks according to safety plans and procedures.
- Assist clients with personal care, such as grooming, bathing, and dressing, when necessary.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in behavioral health care.
- Supportive and mission-driven team environment.
- Employee Assistance Plan.
- Potential for career advancement within the organization.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Paid time off package for full-time employees.
- Health, dental, vision, retirement, and life benefits for full-time employees.
- Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
- Career mobility and advancement opportunities, including promotion from within.
- A welcoming, supportive work culture that promotes well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
