Youth SUD Technician — Residential Care (Full-Time)

Burrell Behavioral Health; Springfield (MO); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Descripción de la vacante

Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, Missouri, seeks a Substance Use Disorder Technician to support clients in Recovery Services. You will monitor health, document behavior, assist with vital signs, lead group activities, and transport clients as needed, contributing to a safe, therapeutic environment.

The position requires a high school diploma and prior human services experience; we value empathy, reliability, clear communication, and trauma-informed care.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of responsible employment.
• Experience in human services or a related field preferred.
• For St. Louis County programs: Bachelor’s Degree OR MAADC I or II.
• For Residential Care Facility (RCF): credentialing as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and Insulin Certification within the first 90 days in position.
• Must successfully complete background checks (criminal, driving record, abuse/neglect, fingerprinting).
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within three (3) months of hire and maintain renewals.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and engage with clients—lead activities, groups, and recovery skills sessions.
• Monitor clients’ health and safety—record vital signs, observe withdrawal signs, escalate when needed.
• Support medication processes—observe/document self-administration or staff administration, monitor OTC inventory.
• Provide direct personal care (grooming, bathing, dressing) in residential settings.
• Facilitate urine collection and testing, document results, and process lab send-offs.
• Complete shift reports and EMR documentation; communicate concerns to the team.
• Conduct client supervision and bed checks; ensure attendance for activities.
• Provide client transportation to appointments and drive safely per agency standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and report safety issues.
• Participate in team meetings and trainings; complete required certifications.

Conocimientos

Empathy

Observant

Clear communication

Calm under pressure

Trauma-informed care

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree OR MAADC I or II

LIMA certification and Insulin Certification

Descripción del empleo

Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, Missouri, seeks a Substance Use Disorder Technician to support clients in Recovery Services. You will monitor health, document behavior, assist with vital signs, lead group activities, and transport clients as needed, contributing to a safe, therapeutic environment.

The position requires a high school diploma and prior human services experience; we value empathy, reliability, clear communication, and trauma-informed care.