Behavioral Health Technician - Lou Masterman Center

Community Counseling Center Inc; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven agency as a Behavioral Health Technician at the Lou Masterman Center in Cape Girardeau. You will provide direct support to individuals facing mental health challenges while fostering a safe environment for healing. Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth await you in this rewarding role.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 24 days your first year + your birthday off

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Growth Opportunities in mental health

Supportive Work Environment

Seven Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years' experience in Healthcare or Mental Health preferred.
• Must obtain MO Class E Driver's License and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care and support to clients with complex mental health conditions.
• Monitor and ensure client safety during daily activities.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to adhere to treatment plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma/GED/HSE

Preference for an undergraduate degree

Job description

Make a Daily Impact: Behavioral Health Technician at Lou Masterman Center

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO

Pay Range: $16.38 - 19.99/hour

Pay Range for 'non-floating' BHT is $16.38 - 18.78/hour; Pay Range for Floating BHT is $17.59 - 19.99/hour due to flexibility needs.

Community Counseling Center offer's shift differentials for BHT staff who work an Evening or Overnight shift at its residential facilities.
Evening Shift: + $0.50/hour per hour worked on Evenings.
Overnight Shift: +$1.00/hour per hour worked on Overnights

Full-Time Positions:

• Monday - Friday: 11pm-7am
• Wednesdays 3:00 pm -11:00 pm and Sat/Sun 7:00 am-7:00 pM (32 hours a week)
• Floating:
  • In the Floating Behavioral Health Technician position, your shift time would vary, dependent upon program need. As a floater, you would need to have the flexibility to work across all 3 shift times (Morning/Day, Evening, and Overnight). While typically the shift times are known in advance, situations arise where the staff would need to "float" at a moments notice to another shift time.

Part - Time Position:

• Weekend Overnights | Sat-Sun, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM

PRN Positions:

• As needed, typically 1 shift/week -Any available shift, day/evening/overnight. Subject to program need and candidate schedule.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED/HSE required.
• Preference will be given to those with at least two years' experience in Healthcare or Mental Health field or with an undergraduate degree.
• Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver's License (Class D for IL Residents), and proof of continuous auto insurance. Must also meet CCC's Motor Vehicle Record standards policy and have reliable transportation.

The Lou Masterman Center (LMC) Program

LMC is a seven bed Intensive Residential Treatment Service (IRTS) that provides a high level of direct service and supports for individuals living with chronic mental health diagnoses (i.e., anxiety, bi-polar, depression, personality disorders, etc.) that often involve severe behavioral and emotional issues resulting in guardianship.

What You'll Really Be Doing

This is more than a checklist job-this is hands-on, person-to-person care. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals with complex mental health conditions gain the tools and structure they need to live more independent, empowered lives. Every day is a chance to help someone move forward.

Here's What Your Day Might Look Like:

• Foster Safety & Healing: Create a calm, consistent environment rooted in trauma-informed care.

• Model Daily Living: Guide clients through real-life routines-cleaning, grooming, managing meds-and encourage autonomy.

• Teach & Coach: Support clients as they learn core life skills like anger management, emotional regulation, social communication, and stress reduction-all based on individualized treatment goals.

• Collaborate on Care: Work side-by-side with therapists, nurses, and other BHTs to ensure clients stay on track with treatment plans.

• Stay Vigilant: Conduct room and grounds checks, monitor for safety risks, and step in when a crisis arises-with calm, professional care.

• Provide Transportation: Help clients access appointments and community resources safely and reliably.

• Support Medication Safety: Distribute and document medication accurately and report any issues immediately.

• Keep It Professional: Complete detailed, timely documentation that meets clinical, state, and federal standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Note: Available benefits may change dependent upon employment status and number of hours worked.

From time off to career development, we've got you covered. Some of our key benefits include:

• Paid Time Off: 24 days your first year + your birthday off
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision + More
• Retirement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
• Growth Opportunities in mental health and behavioral care
• Inclusive, Supportive Work Environment - your voice matters
• Work for a mission-driven agency that's been serving the community since 1974

Learn more about Community Counseling Center on our website!

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc., please contact [e-mail] to speak with us about your needs.