Behavioral Health Technician Training Program

Saint Luke's Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City Crittenton Children’s Center is accepting applications for a full-time Behavioral Health Technician position. The training program offers paid orientation with the responsibility to supervise youth, report behaviors, and implement treatment plans for a meaningful career in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical health plans

Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition reimbursement

Leave of Absence, PTO, Sick Leave

Retirement contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old to apply.
• First Aid, BLS, MANDT certification (training provided).
• Experience: Less than 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during shifts to ensure safety.
• Observe, report, and record patient behaviors under RN supervision.
• Implement behavioral interventions as per the child's treatment plan.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City Crittenton Children’s Center in South Kansas City, MO, is accepting applications for its August 11, 2025, Behavioral Health Technician Training Program. This program offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to enter the healthcare field and gain valuable training to support individuals in need.

The orientation includes eight weeks of full-time paid training, combining didactic training, eLearning, simulation, and clinical experience. After completing the training, full employment is required for at least 12 months.

Post-training, Behavioral Health Technicians will work either a day shift from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM or a night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with weekend and holiday shifts required.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise children during shifts to ensure safety, in collaboration with nurses, therapists, and physicians
• Observe, report, and record patient behaviors under RN supervision
• Implement behavioral interventions as per the child's treatment plan
• Conduct educational and treatment groups with patients, with appropriate training and supervision
• Potentially trained as CMT to administer medications to long-term residential patients

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• MUST BE 21 YEARS OLD TO APPLY
• First Aid, BLS, MANDT certification (training provided)

Why Saint Luke’s?

Saint Luke’s is a leading behavioral health provider for youth in Kansas City. Crittenton’s programs have consistently exceeded quality benchmarks over the past five years. We foster a collaborative environment where all voices are valued, and we support your professional growth through competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• $18.00 per hour
• Medical health plans
• Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition reimbursement
• Leave of Absence, PTO, Sick Leave, and Welfare plans
• Retirement contributions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Requirements:

Experience: Less than 1 year

Certifications: First Aid (various types)

Job Details:

Full-Time Night Shift, United States

Saint Luke’s is dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace where all voices matter. Join Kansas City’s premier health services provider and be part of a team committed to excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer.