Behavioral Health Technician: Paid Training & Career Growth

Simple Staffing Inc.; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Embark Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support adolescents in a trauma-informed setting, working with licensed clinicians to deliver direct patient care and crisis intervention. This entry-to-mid level role focuses on constructive engagement and safety within a treatment team.

Starting as a hands-on clinical support position, you will gain exposure to evidence-based practices, documentation, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary staff, with growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 21+ with HS diploma/GED (degree in human services preferred)
• 0–1+ year in behavioral health, education, coaching, or youth services (preferred)
• Willingness for CPR/First Aid, physical intervention training (provided)
• Ability to stand, move quickly, and support crisis stabilization
• Must pass background and drug screening per MO law
• Bonus for prior mental health or youth experience

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group activities (art, music, recreation) to build coping skills
• Provide behavioral support, mentoring, and structured routines
• Use evidence-based, trauma-informed care techniques
• Document progress and collaborate with clinical teams
• Respond to escalations using safe intervention protocols

Skills

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Behavioral health support

Education

HS diploma/GED

Degree in human services preferred

Job description

Embark Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support adolescents in a trauma-informed setting, working with licensed clinicians to deliver direct patient care and crisis intervention. This entry-to-mid level role focuses on constructive engagement and safety within a treatment team.

Starting as a hands-on clinical support position, you will gain exposure to evidence-based practices, documentation, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary staff, with growth opportunities