Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

KVC Health Systems; St. James (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company  匹

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness benefits

Job summary

KVC Health Systems in St. James, MO is seeking a Mental/Behavioral Health Technician to support youth with their physical, emotional, and behavioral needs in a safe, structured living environment.

The role offers a direct, hands-on impact, a reliable daytime-to-evening schedule, and a pathway to growth within a nonprofit child welfare and behavioral health organization. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Class E driver's license with a good driving record.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide meals and snacks to clients.
• Assist with personal care.
• Monitor medication.
• Intervene in crisis situations.
• Facilitate a healthy group living environment.
• Manage conflict and enforce house rules.
• Attend treatment team meetings and participate in treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

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Full Time MO - St James, Saint James, MO, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $21.65 Hourly

Location: St. James, MO
Pay:$18.00-$20.61/hour + $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Summary

The Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides compassionate care to youth by supporting their physical, emotional, and behavioral needs while fostering a safe, structured, and positive living environment.

Whether you're beginning a career in behavioral health, exploring a future in social services, or looking for a rewarding role with a consistent schedule, this position offers valuable hands‑on experience while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents.

Education Required:

High school diploma or GED

Available Schedules

Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Sunday: 8:30 AM–10:30 PM
• Monday: 2:30 PM–10:30 PM
• Tuesday: 2:30 PM–10:30 PM
• Thursday: 2:30 PM–10:30 PM
• Friday: 2:30 PM–10:30 PM
• Saturday: 8:30 AM–10:30 PM
• Friday: 2:30 PM–10:30 PM
• Saturday: 8:30 AM–10:30 PM
• Sunday: 8:30 AM–10:30 PM

Responsibilities

Provide for the physical and emotional needs of clients by:

• Providing meals and snacks
• Assisting with personal care
• Monitoring medication
• Intervening in crisis situations

Facilitate a healthy group living experience by:

• Creating a positive and supportive environment
• Managing conflict
• Enforcing house rules

Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team by:

• Attending treatment team meetings
• Providing input on treatment plans
• Implementing treatment plans

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid Class E driver's license with a good driving record
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and email

Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Benefits, including mental health resources and health screenings

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child welfare and behavioral health organization with a long history of serving children and families through compassionate, high-quality care. We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where employees can grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Our employees consistently tell us that KVC is a place where they feel valued, supported, and connected. Based on employee feedback, KVC earned an 83 Work Wellbeing Score on Indeed, placing us among the top 1% of employers nationwide. Through professional development opportunities, employee resource groups, wellness initiatives, and a collaborative culture, we invest in helping our team thrive while making a lasting impact on the communities we serve.