Behavioral Health Technician

Livebrightli; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing client care within the behavioral health sector. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting clients through direct care, education, and transportation assistance. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment that values your well-being and professional growth. With opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package, you will be part of a mission-driven team focused on improving access to mental health services and fostering a culture of belonging. If you're passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision benefits

Career mobility

Top-notch training

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of responsible employment history.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the treatment team and client support.
• Ensure adherence to program expectations and medication policies.

Skills

Client Support

Program Compliance

Medication Policies

Education and Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Behavioral Health Technician

Apply locations Farmington, MO | Full time | Posted Yesterday | Job Requisition ID: R - 18495

Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Farmington, MO

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary: As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll play a crucial role in providing direct care and support to our clients/patients. Your responsibilities include active participation in the treatment team, ensuring program compliance, adhering to medication policies, assisting in the admission/orientation process, providing client education and support, and offering transportation assistance as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Active Participation: Participate as an integral member of the treatment team, assisting in identifying client strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences. Carry out any additional requests from your supervisor.
• Program Compliance: Ensure adherence to all program expectations and rules, reporting behaviors to supervisors for effective therapeutic interventions.
• Medication Policies: Adhere rigorously to all medication policies and collaborate with trained nursing staff to guarantee compliance, whether the medication is administered by the client/patient or PFH associate.
• Admission/Orientation Assistance: Assist in the admission/orientation process, including obtaining vital signs if applicable, safety searches of client/patient and belongings, and collecting any necessary urine/lab specimens for testing.
• Client Education and Support: Assist and educate clients/patients in performing daily activities as needed.
• Transportation Assistance: Provide transportation support for clients/patients as required.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment history

Required License/Certification:

• Must have a driver's license

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 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 a human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, advocate for increased access to mental health and substance use care, and evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet client needs.

We prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, believing that diverse perspectives strengthen our mission. If you are passionate about empowering communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, join our organization dedicated to an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

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