Behavioral Health Tech - Compassionate Care & Crisis Support

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Salem Center (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Workplace culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Missouri is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to work in Salem, Missouri. In this full-time role you will provide direct, and supportive care, maintaining a safe therapeutic environment and supporting clients on their recovery journey.

You will monitor health, assist with daily activities, document observations, and collaborate with the treatment team to identify needs and strengths. A high school diploma and two years of responsible employment are required.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent and two years of responsible employment.
• Experience in Human Services or a related field preferred.
• For Residential Care Facility (RCF) positions: Level 1 Med Aid credential (LIMA) and insulin certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to critical symptoms, escalating to medical intervention when necessary.
• Facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned.
• Document and report any exceptional behavior and areas of concern related to client interactions.
• Assist clients with personal care and daily activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of client medications and monitor self-administration of medications.
• Foster adaptive behavior in clients by encouraging positive social interaction and role-modeling solutions.
• Participate as an active member of the treatment team, helping to identify client strengths and needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Crisis response

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Missouri is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to work in Salem, Missouri. In this full-time role you will provide direct, and supportive care, maintaining a safe therapeutic environment and supporting clients on their recovery journey.

You will monitor health, assist with daily activities, document observations, and collaborate with the treatment team to identify needs and strengths. A high school diploma and two years of responsible employment are required.