Residential Coordinator

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health benefits

Training and development

Career mobility

Supportive work culture

Job summary

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking a Residential Coordinator to join our Recovery Services team in Missouri. This role supports daily operations, mentors a team of Behavioral Health Technicians, and nurtures a safe, respectful environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will lead scheduling, onboarding, training, and documentation, ensuring program compliance and high‑quality care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing or related field, or high school diploma with 2+ years' experience in substance abuse treatment or mental health, including supervisory experience.
• Experience leading or supervising a team in a clinical or residential setting.
• Ability to support compliance, documentation and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support daily residential operations to maintain a safe, structured environment for residents.
• Supervise and support Behavioral Health Technicians and residential staff.
• Onboard and train new staff on program expectations, client rights and procedures.
• Schedule staff and ensure proper coverage per program standards.
• Monitor overtime and staffing needs with leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work / related field

High school diploma + 2 years in MH/substance abuse with 1 year supervisory

Job description

Job Summary

Join our compassionate and collaborative Recovery Services team as a Residential Coordinator. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on experience in behavioral health, recovery services, or residential care who is ready to take the next step into leadership. As a Residential Coordinator, you will support daily residential operations, help guide and mentor a team of technicians, and ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily residential operations to ensure a safe, structured, and respectful environment for residents
• Assist with supervising and supporting Behavioral Health Technicians and residential staff
• Help onboard and train new staff, including orientation to program expectations, client rights, and procedures
• Participate in scheduling staff and ensuring proper coverage in alignment with program standards
• Monitor overtime and staffing needs with leadership support
• Support compliance with CARF, state, and agency regulations (training and guidance provided)
• Assist with staff training tracking, including required ongoing education through Relias Learning
• Help facilitate staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions, maintaining appropriate documentation
• Support medication management processes and ensure staff follow established procedures
• Participate in treatment team and clinical staffing meetings to support communication and continuity of care
• Contribute to a positive, team‑oriented culture focused on long‑term success and growth
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership

Required Qualifications

• Either a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing, or a closely related field; or a high school diploma with at least two (2) years of experience in substance abuse treatment, mental health services, or a related field, including one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience

Additional Requirements

• Previous leadership or lead experience (formal or informal)
• Demonstrated history of steady employment
• Ability to support compliance, documentation, and training requirements
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Position Perks & Benefits

• Paid time off: full‑time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full‑time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top‑notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities / promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as a human being, and encourages your health and happiness

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.