Behavioral Health Technicians - ENTRY LEVEL (Springfield)

Brightli•Springfield, MO

About The Position

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

Requirements

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.
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
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Human Services or related field preferred.

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.

Benefits

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
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.