CNA | Certified Nursing Assistant

Perimeter Healthcare; Missouri; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Ongoing training

Career advancement

Supportive leadership

Multidisciplinary team

Meaningful work

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Technician (CNA) for 12-hour day and night shifts at our Primrose facility in Saint Robert, MO. You’ll work with adolescents, partnering with nurses and therapists to deliver structured, trauma-informed care.

Ideal candidates hold Missouri CNA certification, a High School Diploma or GED, and are at least 21. We offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus for night shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Missouri CNA certification is required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and assist with resident care and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, therapeutic relationships with adolescents
• Observe, document, and report resident behaviors, moods, and physical conditions
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs)—hygiene, feeding, mobility, personal care
• Obtain vital signs and assist nursing with routine care
• Escort residents to meals, school, therapy, recreation, and appointments
• Teach and model healthy coping skills and daily living skills
• Maintain a safe, structured, trauma-informed environment
• Use verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques (paid training provided)
• Assist with physical interventions only when necessary and per training
• Work with multidisciplinary team to support individualized care plans

Education

Missouri CNA certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mental Health Technician (CNA) – Days, Nights, & PRN!

$1,000 DAY Shift Sign-On Bonus Available!

Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri - Primrose | Saint Robert, MO

Make a Difference Every Day.

Are you looking for more than just a job?

Do you want a career where you can positively impact the lives of adolescents while working alongside an incredible team that truly makes a difference?

Perimeter Behavioral Health is opening our newest residential treatment facility in Saint Robert, Missouri, and we're looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team as Mental Health Technicians.

Whether you're already working in behavioral health or looking to use your CNA skills in a rewarding new way, this is your opportunity to build a meaningful career while helping young people heal, grow, and thrive.

Why Join Perimeter?

Every day brings the opportunity to change a life.

As a Mental Health Technician, you'll become a trusted mentor, role model, and advocate for adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment. You'll help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where youth can develop healthy coping skills, build confidence, and move toward recovery.

No two days are ever the same, and every interaction has the power to make a lasting impact.

About Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri - Primrose

Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the nation's leading behavioral healthcare providers, offering specialized psychiatric and residential treatment services across multiple states.

Our Saint Robert campus provides residential treatment for adolescents experiencing mental health, behavioral, and complex medical challenges. Through compassionate, evidence-based care, we help young people and their families find hope and healing.

Our mission is simple:

Deliver hope through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a commitment to helping every child reach their fullest potential.

What You'll Do

As a Mental Health Technician (CNA), you'll work directly with residents while partnering with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other clinical professionals to provide exceptional care.

Daily Responsibilities

• Build positive, therapeutic relationships with adolescents
• Observe, document, and report resident behaviors, moods, and physical conditions
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and personal care
• Obtain vital signs and assist nursing staff with routine medical care
• Escort residents to meals, school, therapy groups, recreation, and appointments
• Teach and model healthy coping skills, communication, and daily living skills
• Maintain a safe, clean, structured, and trauma-informed environment
• Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies (paid training provided)
• Assist with physical interventions only when necessary and according to facility training
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary treatment team to support individualized care plans

What We're Looking For

We are seeking caring professionals who are dependable, patient, and passionate about helping others succeed.

Required Qualifications

• Active Missouri Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and assist with resident care and interventions

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, or social services
• Experience working with adolescents
• Background in psychology, nursing, human services, criminal justice, education, or social work

Schedule

We offer consistent 12-hour shifts designed to provide work-life balance. (Not able to commit to Full time? Ask us about Part time or PRN opportunities!)

Full-Time Opportunities Available

• Day Shift (12 Hours)
• Night Shift (12 Hours) - $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits & Perks

We invest in our employees because they invest in our residents.

Benefits include:

• $1,000 Night Shift Sign-On Bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Sponsored 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time OffAdvance
• Ongoing Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Collaborative Multidisciplinary Environment
• Meaningful work where you truly make a difference every day

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Perimeter, you're not just filling a position—you become part of a mission.

Every conversation, every interaction, and every act of compassion helps shape a brighter future for adolescents facing behavioral health challenges.

Whether you're an experienced CNA or looking to grow your career in behavioral health, you'll receive the training, support, and opportunities needed to succeed.

If you're passionate about helping others and want a career with purpose, we'd love to meet you.

Location

Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri - Primrose

121 Primrose Lane

Saint Robert, MO 65584

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.