Behavioral Support Technician - Grow in Crisis Intervention

State of Missouri; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

State of Missouri is hiring a Behavioral Technician at the St. Charles Habilitation Center located in St. Charles, MO. The role supports consumers with developmental disabilities and mental illness, following behavior support plans and crisis interventions during first or second shifts.

You will train in BST, Mental Health First Aid, and other required certifications within six to twelve months, lifting clients as needed and collaborating with the behavior resource team.

Qualifications

• One or more years of direct care experience implementing behavior support plans for persons with developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior support techniques for consumers potentially requiring restrictive environments.
• Respond to crisis situations and implement interventions until behavior is safe.
• Instruct others in behavior support plans and crisis intervention techniques.
• Lift clients and assist in transfers and physical restraint procedures.
• Use hands-on skills for dependent care.
• Maintain training including CORE, CPR, and First Aid.

Skills

Direct care experience

Behavior support plans

Crisis intervention awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

State of Missouri is hiring a Behavioral Technician at the St. Charles Habilitation Center located in St. Charles, MO. The role supports consumers with developmental disabilities and mental illness, following behavior support plans and crisis interventions during first or second shifts.

You will train in BST, Mental Health First Aid, and other required certifications within six to twelve months, lifting clients as needed and collaborating with the behavior resource team.