Behavioral Health Technician

Simple Staffing • Independence, MO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Simple Staffing is hiring for this position on behalf of Embark Behavioral Health. We internally promote. If you’re going to school to be a Mental Health Therapist, we have a proven track record of helping you grow and supporting interns in earning clinical hours. Start your career in behavioral health with a team that invests in you—whether you’re entry-level or experienced. 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
• 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)
• Willingness for CPR/First Aid, physical intervention training (provided)
• 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.
• Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
• Holistic Family Approach: 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.

What This Job Offers

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