Behavioral Health Technician

Brightli • Poplar Bluff, MO

29d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician I position is vital in providing direct and supportive care to clients/patients. Join our compassionate, collaborative team where you will make a significant difference in the lives of others. You'll engage in meaningful roles such as facilitating group education and monitoring health while offering a safe, therapeutic environment. We are looking for empathetic individuals skilled in communication and crisis intervention. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day activities, assist with health monitoring, and document client/patient behaviors, ensuring their needs are met and fostering a supportive atmosphere.

Requirements

• High School education OR equivalent with two (2) years of responsible employment.
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Completion of all training requirements, including First Aid and CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle and twenty-three (23) years for a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.
• Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Human Services or a related field is preferred.
• For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Become credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first ninety (90) days in position.

Responsibilities

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.
• Encourage clients/patients to adhere to program expectations in a trauma-informed manner while communicating concerns to the treatment team.
• Monitor vital signs and determine when to escalate to medical intervention for critical symptoms.
• Obtain and record vital signs and relevant medical symptoms as indicated by medical personnel.
• Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure.
• Maintain accurate records of client medications and their self-administration.
• Facilitate urine collection, testing, lab send-offs, and document accordingly.
• Prepare for and facilitate group rehabilitative support and education sessions.
• Provide client/patient transportation as needed to appointments.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• 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

What This Job Offers

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