Behavioral Health Tech I - Evening & Overnight

Burrell Behavioral Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7c

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health seeks a Behavioral Technician I to support clients in Recovery Services in Springfield, Missouri. The role involves assisting with daily activities, monitoring progress, documenting behaviors, and collaborating with the treatment team to promote safety and therapeutic interventions.

Evening and overnight shifts are available for both part-time and full-time positions. The successful candidate will exhibit empathy, strong communication, and a commitment to client

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent with two years of responsible employment history.
• OR Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.
• Bachelor’s Degree OR MAADC I or II for St. Louis County Programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to program expectations and rules, reporting behaviors to supervisors to assist with therapeutic interventions.
• Participate actively in the treatment team, identifying clients' strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
• Document and report exceptional behaviors and areas of concern during shift changes and in client records.
• Assist in the admission and orientation process, including obtaining vital signs and conducting safety searches.
• Coordinate incoming calls and respond to crisis situations as necessary.
• Educate and assist clients in performing daily activities as needed.
• Monitor client activities and document relevant behaviors, including bed checks during overnight shifts.
• Ensure all clients are accounted for and that precaution protocols are followed.
• Facilitate education or recreation groups as scheduled.
• Adhere to medication policies and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance.
• Provide transportation for clients as needed.
• Maintain a standard of behavior consistent with agency expectations and program philosophy.
• Complete all mandatory trainings within required time frames.
• Attend staff and treatment team meetings as requested.
• Screen and monitor detoxification clients to ensure safety and recovery needs are met.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with two years employment

Exceptions to qualifications may be made by Executive Team

Bachelor’s Degree OR MAADC I or II for St. Louis County Programs

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health seeks a Behavioral Technician I to support clients in Recovery Services in Springfield, Missouri. The role involves assisting with daily activities, monitoring progress, documenting behaviors, and collaborating with the treatment team to promote safety and therapeutic interventions.

Evening and overnight shifts are available for both part-time and full-time positions. The successful candidate will exhibit empathy, strong communication, and a commitment to client