Behavioral Health Tech I — Crisis & Residential Care

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Training & career growth

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Kirksville, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to provide compassionate, trauma-informed support within residential and withdrawal management services. You will monitor client well-being, assist with crisis response and daily living needs, and help create a safe, structured environment that supports recovery.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, health and dental plans, and opportunities for training and career mobility within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of responsible employment.
• Knowledge of confidentiality laws applicable to behavioral health services.
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret safety and procedural documents while maintaining professional boundaries and rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

• Support clients throughout admission, transfer, discharge, and ongoing residential or withdrawal management services.
• Promote a therapeutic, safe, structured environment that supports client well-being and recovery.
• Assist clients with personal care needs, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, as required.
• Monitor client well-being and conduct supervision and safety checks according to established plans and procedures.
• Measure and document vital signs, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Oversee medication administration and maintain complete, accurate records.
• Manage over-the-counter medications and maintain medication inventory.
• Document blood glucose levels accurately and maintain related monitoring equipment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Kirksville, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to provide compassionate, trauma-informed support within residential and withdrawal management services. You will monitor client well-being, assist with crisis response and daily living needs, and help create a safe, structured environment that supports recovery.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, health and dental plans, and opportunities for training and career mobility within