Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Saint Louis, MO

Department: Adult Housing

Employment Type: Part-time / PRN

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Behavioral Health Technician and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. If you're passionate about helping individuals on their journey to recovery, enjoy working in a supportive and dynamic environment, and have a heart for service, this opportunity is for you. We are seeking candidates who are caring, dependable, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about making an impact.

In this role, you’ll provide essential direct care and support to clients in a therapeutic residential environment. You will monitor vital signs, supervise medication administration, facilitate activities, assist with daily living needs, and help maintain a safe and supportive space for those in recovery. Your contributions will play a key role in improving client outcomes, supporting treatment plans, and ensuring a dignified care experience.

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
· 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:
· Provide compassionate care and direct support to clients in a residential behavioral health setting
· Facilitate group education, structured activities, and recovery skill sessions
· Assist clients with daily living tasks, including grooming, bathing, and dressing when needed
· Monitor and record vital signs, and recognize when escalation to medical personnel is necessary
· Support medication administration per policy and training certifications
· Document client behavior, activities, and progress in a timely and accurate manner
· Encourage adherence to program expectations using trauma-informed care principles
· Transport clients to appointments as needed
· Assist with admissions, discharges, and orientation processes
· Support crisis response and safety procedures according to established protocols
· Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and treatment planning sessions
· Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment in compliance with agency standards

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
· High School Diploma or equivalent required, with 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 accepted
· For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must become credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first ninety (90) days in position
· Exceptions to listed qualifications may be approved by the appropriate Executive Team member

Additional Qualifications:
· Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle
· Must be at least 23 years of age to operate a 15-passenger company-owned van
· Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
· Must successfully complete background, fingerprint, abuse/neglect, and driving record checks
· First Aid and CPR certification required within 3 months of hire and must be kept current
· Must complete Behavioral Management training within 30 days of hire (CPI or Crisis Management)
· Must complete 40 hours of related training annually (per 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1)
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Ability to establish rapport while maintaining appropriate boundaries
· Basic keyboarding and electronic medical record navigation skills required

Physical Requirements:
· Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to move objects, including the human body
· Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing or writing
· Sitting for most of the shift with occasional walking or standing

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.

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