Behavioral Health Technician - Direct Care & Group Support

Centerstone; Joplin (MO); Hybrid; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Career mobility

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Joplin, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join a compassionate, collaborative team. You will provide direct care, supervise clients, monitor vital signs, and support treatment plans in a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include facilitating group activities, documenting behaviors, transporting clients when needed, and upholding program standards. Applicants need a high school diploma and some experience in human services; driver’s license

Qualifications

• High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years of responsible employment.
• Experience in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.

Responsibilities

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.
• Ensure monitoring of vital signs and determine the need for escalation to medical intervention when critical symptoms present.
• Facilitate client/patient supervision checks per policy and/or procedure or when indicated by a safety/precautions plan.
• Assist clients/patients with personal care as needed (e.g., grooming, bathing, dressing).
• Document reported behaviors and any areas of concern related to clients/patients.
• Encourage adherence to program expectations and communicate concerning behaviors to the treatment team promptly.
• Prepare for and facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned.
• Provide client/patient transportation as needed to and from appointments.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health in Joplin, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join a compassionate, collaborative team. You will provide direct care, supervise clients, monitor vital signs, and support treatment plans in a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include facilitating group activities, documenting behaviors, transporting clients when needed, and upholding program standards. Applicants need a high school diploma and some experience in human services; driver’s license