Residential coordinator assistant

Centerstone Medical Group; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 22,041 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits package

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health in Poplar Bluff, MO, is seeking a Residential Coordinator Assistant to support clients in recovery and supervise Behavioral Health Technicians. This full-time role focuses on safe, therapeutic activities, program orientation, and care coordination under clinical supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree or two years of experience, plus supervisory capability, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing, or related field; OR high school diploma with 2 years relevant work history.
• At least 1 year supervisory responsibility; Illinois second shift requires 3 years experience (if applicable).
• Knowledge of confidentiality laws (HIPAA / 42 CFR Part II).
• Strong multitasking and written/verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support clients/patients during daily activities to promote a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Orient clients to program expectations, rights, and rules; communicate progress to the treatment team.
• Lead, train, and supervise Behavioral Health Technicians; assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and coverage.
• Provide direct client care duties including group facilitation, education, recreational activities, and transportation as needed.
• Assist Clinical Team with screening, monitoring, assessment, treatment planning, and case coordination.
• Facilitate behavioral interventions and crisis de-escalation; report incidents per policy.
• Ensure timely documentation of client activities and progress; complete trainings within required timeframes.
• Prepare group curricula and participate in staff meetings; facilitate BHT meetings as scheduled.
• Complete annual evaluations for direct reports and provide regular documented supervision.
• Demonstrate commitment to program goals and perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Supervisory experience

Communication

Leadership

Case management

Group facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work / counseling / psychology / psychiatric nursing

High School diploma or GED with 2 years related experience

Job description

## Residential coordinator assistantApplylocations: Poplar Bluff, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R - 25202**Job Description:******Job** **Title:**** Residential Coordinator Assistant****Location:**** Poplar Bluff, Missouri****Department:**** Recovery Services****Employment** **Type:**** Full-time****Job** **Summary:****Join a compassionate, collaborative team making a measurable difference in clients’ recovery—help clients achieve safety, stability, and progress while growing your clinical and leadership skills. Use strong communication, de-escalation, and supervisory abilities to support a therapeutic community, mentor staff, and contribute to program development.Provide direct support and supervision to clients/patients and Behavioral Health Technicians; orient clients to program expectations and staff to operational procedures; monitor safety, document progress, and assist the Clinical Team with treatment procedures and care coordination.****This** **position** **offers...****· ****Employee** **Assistance** **Program**** – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost· ****Mileage** **Reimbursement**** – Company paid for work functions requiring travel· ****Employee** **Discounts**** – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition· ****Workplace** **Culture**** - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce· ****Additional** **Perks** **&** **Benefits**** - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more****Key** **Responsibilities:****· Supervise and support clients/patients during daily activities to promote a safe, therapeutic environment and model appropriate behavior.· Orient clients to program expectations, rights, and rules; communicate pertinent behaviors and progress to the treatment team.· Lead, train, and supervise Behavioral Health Technicians; assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and coverage for vacant shifts.· Provide direct client care duties (perform Behavioral Health Technician responsibilities) including group facilitation, education, recreational activities, and transportation as needed.· Assist Clinical Team with screening, monitoring (including detox clients where applicable), assessment support, treatment planning assistance, and case coordination under supervision.· Facilitate behavioral interventions and crisis de-escalation; ensure unusual incidents are collected and reported per policy.· Ensure timely, accurate documentation of client activities, groups, and progress in accordance with State Regulatory/CARF standards; complete mandated trainings within required timeframes.· Prepare or assist in preparation of group curricula and educational materials; participate in staff meetings and facilitate BHT meetings as scheduled.· Complete annual evaluations for direct reports and provide regular documented supervision.· Demonstrate commitment to program goals and perform other duties as assigned by leadership.****Education,** **Experience,** **and/or** **Credential** **Qualifications:****· Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing, or closely related field; OR· High School diploma or GED AND at least two (2) years responsible employment history.· At least one (1) year supervisory responsibility preferred.· Illinois second shift incumbents: three (3) years of experience required. (Omit if not applicable)****Additional** **Qualifications:****· Knowledge of confidentiality laws governing substance use disorder and mental health treatment (HIPAA / 42 CFR Part II).· Demonstrated verbal de-escalation skills and ability to establish rapport with client population.· Strong multitasking, prioritization, leadership, and written/verbal communication skills.· Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and auto insurance.· Successful completion of background checks (criminal, driving record, abuse/neglect, fingerprint).· Completion of required new hire orientation and mandatory trainings (e.g., Relias) within designated timeframes.****Physical** **Requirements****· Sedentary work: may exert up to 10 pounds occasionally; frequent repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing/writing.· Primarily sitting with occasional walking or standing; lifting and mobility requirements are minimal.Keywords: residential coordinator, behavioral health, recovery services, supervisor, de-escalation, case management, group facilitation, CARF, HIPAA, Poplar Bluff**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 human being, and encourages your health and happiness.**Brightli is on a Mission:**A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.