Behavioral Health Technician - Morning Shift

KVC Health Systems•Hays, KS

21h

About The Position

This is not just a job. It is a front-line role in the lives of children and adolescents who need stability, guidance, and unwavering support. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will be the steady presence in moments of crisis, the model for positive change, and the advocate for growth when it matters most. With a Work Wellbeing Score of 83 on Indeed, our team consistently reports strong purpose, engagement, and impact. If you are looking for meaningful work where your presence changes outcomes every single day, this is it. Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) provide compassionate, structured, and vigilant care to children and adolescents in treatment. BHTs supervise patients at all times to ensure safety, meet basic needs, and strengthen treatment outcomes. You will guide youth through daily living skills, responsibilities, and structured activities by modeling positive behavior and effective problem-solving. When behaviors escalate, you will act quickly and confidently to de-escalate situations and provide crisis intervention using approved tools and techniques. This role requires professionalism, emotional resilience, sound judgment, and a deep commitment to helping young people build stronger futures.

Requirements

All employees must be at least 20 years of age.
High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Valid, unencumbered Driver’s License and current auto insurance (must remain current at all times).
One to three months of related experience and/or training in a related field
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused in high-stress situations

Responsibilities

Demonstrate respect toward colleagues and community stakeholders regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Treat youth as individuals, in alignment with their treatment plans.
Review client case histories and implement interventions outlined in treatment plans.
Collaborate closely with the Treatment Team to provide the highest standard of care.
Serve as a professional role model—calm, respectful, and consistent at all times.
Provide crisis intervention and behavioral de-escalation using approved methods.
Complete accurate and timely documentation, including reports, phone calls, visit summaries, and required forms.
Facilitate structured group activities, using poor choices as teachable moments to promote accountability and growth.
Teach and reinforce responsible behavior and daily living skills.
Create and maintain safe, secure, structured, and nurturing environments.
Assist with meal preparation, laundry, and transportation to appointments and visits as directed.
Attend meetings, mandated trainings, and shift turnover meetings.
Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, and training requirements.