Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Brightli•Kirksville, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
Are you a compassionate and experienced behavioral health professional ready to take on a leadership role? Join Preferred Family Healthcare as a Lead Behavioral Health Technician, where you’ll help shape a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for both clients and staff. In this pivotal role, you’ll supervise client activities, model appropriate behavior, and assist the Clinical Team with treatment procedures. You’ll also mentor and train other Behavioral Health Technicians, ensuring program standards are met and exceeded. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and are passionate about making a difference, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, or related field; OR High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of confidentiality laws related to substance use and mental health
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
- Effective multitasking and prioritization skills
- Proficiency in documentation and electronic medical records
- Ability to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries
- Basic math and computer literacy
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Successful completion of background checks (criminal, driving, abuse/neglect)
- Completion of New Hire Orientation within 30 days
- First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of hire
- Medication administration per program standards
- TB clearance prior to hire and annually (for Kirksville RCF, Illinois, and Kansas Residential staff)
- Training in adolescent behavior, family dynamics, abuse, stress management, and peer pressure within 6 months of hire (for Adolescent Program staff)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Human Services or related field preferred
- Exceptions may be approved by the Executive Team
- For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must obtain Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and Insulin Certification within 90 days of hire.
- Experience in curriculum development and group facilitation
Responsibilities
- Lead and support Behavioral Health Technicians during assigned shifts
- Supervise daily client activities and ensure compliance with program rules
- Communicate client behaviors and concerns to the treatment team
- Assist with medication administration procedures
- Respond to crisis situations under Program Leadership guidance
- Train, orient, and supervise BHTs
- Facilitate BHT team meetings
- Assist with scheduling and provide coverage for vacant shifts
- Lead group education and recreational sessions
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation per State Regulatory/CARF standards
- Conduct performance reviews for direct reports
- Support company goals and contribute to program success
- Perform BHT duties as needed
Benefits
- 29 Days of PTO
- HRSA Loan Repayment Eligibility (requirements apply)
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Life Insurance & more
- 403(b) with up to 5% Company Match
- Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Emergency Medical Leave Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent Care)
- Health & Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
