Residential Behavioral Health Technician (Recovery Support)

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

403(b) with company match

Paid Holidays & Holy Days

Paid Time Off (vacation and personal)

Job summary

Queen of Peace Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support residents in a structured program. You will supervise clients, run therapy groups, and assist with intake, progress notes, and vital signs under supervision.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and trauma-informed care, with duties including crisis support, documentation, and maintaining safety and confidentiality in a busy residential setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Human Services, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred.
• One year of experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, residential services, healthcare, human services, or related field preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Level I certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Driver's License required (MO residents require Class E).
• Experience with behavioral health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in achieving treatment goals established by the clinical treatment team.
• Provide direct supervision to ensure client safety and participation in scheduled activities.
• Conduct client intake and orientation procedures, including explanation of program rules and expectations.
• Perform safety checks of client belongings per agency policies.
• Monitor and support client participation in treatment services, groups, and daily program requirements.
• Document client behaviors, concerns, incidents, and progress in the EHR and other required documentation.
• Complete daily progress notes, group documentation, and shift reports.
• Monitor and document vital signs and conduct routine detoxification monitoring.
• Follow medication-related procedures and collaborate with nursing staff for proper administration and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment including client chores oversight.
• Respond to crises using approved intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Serve as a positive role model with professional, respectful, recovery-oriented interactions.
• Answer phones and communicate professionally with clients, visitors, team members, and external contacts.
• Maintain required certifications and training credentials.
• Safely operate ministry vehicles to transport clients and complete errands.

Skills

Compassionate

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation

Documentation

Client engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Queen of Peace Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support residents in a structured program. You will supervise clients, run therapy groups, and assist with intake, progress notes, and vital signs under supervision.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and trauma-informed care, with duties including crisis support, documentation, and maintaining safety and confidentiality in a busy residential setting.