Behavioral Health Technician

Burrell Behavioral Health; Potosi (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Potosi, MO seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to join our Recovery Services team. The role focuses on direct client support, participation in the treatment team, adherence to medication policies, and assistance with admissions and orientation.

You will educate and support clients, help with daily activities, and provide transportation assistance as needed, in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting that values wellbeing and growth.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent.
• Must have a driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate as a treatment team member to identify client strengths, needs, abilities and preferences.
• Ensure program expectations and rules are followed and report behaviors to supervisors for effective interventions.
• Adhere to medication policies and work with nursing staff to ensure compliance.
• Assist in the admission and orientation process, including vitals safety checks and specimen collection if needed.
• Educate and support clients in daily activities as needed.
• Provide transportation assistance as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Description:Job Title: Behavioral Health TechnicianLocation: Potosi, MODepartment: Recovery ServicesEmployment Type: Full TimeJob Summary:Looking for more than 'just a job'? Want to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients/patients? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team as a Behavioral Health Technician!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.This position offers….Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costMileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travelEmployee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College TuitionWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn moreKey Responsibilities:Active Participation: Participate as an integral member of the treatment team, assisting in identifying client strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences. Carrying out any additional requests from your supervisor.Program Compliance: Ensure adherence to all program expectations and rules, reporting behaviors to supervisors for effective therapeutic interventionsMedication 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 an 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 equivalentMinimum of two (2) years of responsible employment historyRequired License/Certification:Must have a driver's licenseAdditional Qualifications:Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with clients/patientsJob Training Provided**Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary teamBasic computer skillsExperience in behavioral health or related field is preferredPosition Perks & Benefits:Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal lifeEmployee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & moreTop-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as 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, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.