Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - PRN

KVC Health Systems • Columbia, MO

3d • $16 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will provide for the physical and emotional needs of the clients assigned to your cottage and facilitate a healthy group living experience. You will also participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients. This position is great start to gain experience in the mental health/social services fields!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Class E driver's license with good driving record
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent time management
• Oral and written communication skills
• Word, Excel, and e-mail applications proficiency
• Must be 21 years old to apply
• Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

Responsibilities

• Provide for the physical and emotional needs of clients, including:
• Providing meals and snacks
• Assisting with personal care
• Monitoring medication
• Intervening in crisis situations
• Facilitate a healthy group living experience, including:
• Creating a positive and supportive environment
• Managing conflictEnforcing house rules
• Participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients, including:Attending treatment team meetings
• Providing input on treatment plansImplementing treatment plans

Benefits

• KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families.
• We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment.
• We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).
• At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset.
• Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally.
• We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees