Behavioral Health Technician

Simple Staffing • Independence, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Simple Staffing is hiring for this position on behalf of Embark Behavioral Health. Join a mission-driven, trauma-informed, patient-centered team supporting adolescents (12–17) in mental health treatment, recovery, and life-skills development. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you’ll partner with licensed clinicians to provide direct patient care, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and therapeutic engagement.

Requirements

• 21+ with HS diploma/GED
• Willingness for CPR/First Aid, physical intervention training (provided)
• Ability to stand, move quickly, and support crisis stabilization
• Must pass background and drug screening per MO law

Nice To Haves

• degree in human services preferred
• 0–1+ year in behavioral health, education, coaching, or youth services (preferred)
• Bonus for prior mental health or youth experience

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group activities (art, music, recreation) to build coping skills
• Provide behavioral support, mentoring, and structured routines
• Use evidence-based, trauma-informed care techniques
• Document progress and collaborate with clinical teams
• Respond to escalations using safe intervention protocols

Benefits

• Mastery Program with ongoing training for no-experience candidates.
• Paid training in de-escalation, crisis response, and MARDC certification.
• Career ladder + leadership track —we grow our own and promote internally
• Ideal for students pursuing Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or Medical fields.
• You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
• Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Retirement plan
• Parental leave
• Health savings account

What This Job Offers

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