Youth Behavioral Health Tech - Direct Impact & Support

sfmexternalcareers; Kansas; On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Ministries is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians to support youth with trauma-related behavioral health challenges. You will participate in daily planning, supervise clients during meals and routines, and act as a positive adult role model while maintaining ethics and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, teamwork, and consistent supervision across shifts to ensure safety and well-being of clients in a campus setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• EBI – Offered as part of the training during onboarding.
• CPR – Offered as part of the training during onboarding.
• Prefer one year's experience working with children.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must pass a physical examination, drug screen and TB Skin Test.
• Must pass an MVR, DCF fingerprint background, and KDADS background.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Lifting requirements of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the client’s daily planning routine.
• Supervises, coaches, and mentors the client during meals, dressing, and personal hygiene; monitors room cleanliness and chores.
• Provides structure, discipline, and security in meeting clients' needs.
• Serves as an adult role model and provides feedback to clients.
• Always supervises and monitors clients.
• Demonstrates de-escalation techniques and effective communication with clients and co-workers.
• Maintains professional ethics, boundaries, and confidentiality.
• Shows respect and care for clients and remains nonjudgmental.
• Maintains awareness of diversity and youth culture.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Supervises clients during sleep hours and checks every 10 minutes.
• Intervenes in crisis using Mandt system.
• Reports to work on schedule and remains on duty until replacement.
• Documents significant client behaviors and contacts.
• Assists in campus cleaning and maintenance; monitors rooms and chores.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Crisis de-escalation

Communication

Professional ethics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification

Job description

Saint Francis Ministries is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians to support youth with trauma-related behavioral health challenges. You will participate in daily planning, supervise clients during meals and routines, and act as a positive adult role model while maintaining ethics and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, teamwork, and consistent supervision across shifts to ensure safety and well-being of clients in a campus setting.