Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Poplar Bluff, MO

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary: The Behavioral Health Technician I position is crucial in providing direct and supportive care to our valued clients. By joining our compassionate, collaborative team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. This role demands a basic understanding of treatment plans, health monitoring, and crisis intervention, all while fostering a safe and therapeutic environment for clients.

In this dynamic position, you will oversee daily activities, facilitate group education, and communicate effectively with the treatment team, ensuring a holistic approach to client care.

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:

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.
• Ensure monitoring of vital signs and determine the need for medical intervention when critical symptoms arise.
• Obtain and document vital signs and relevant medical symptoms as indicated.
• Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure, maintaining accurate records regarding client medications.
• Monitor clients for signs of withdrawal, facilitating necessary assessments and interventions.
• Encourage adherence to program expectations in a trauma-informed manner, communicating behaviors to the treatment team as needed.
• Participate actively in the treatment team, documenting client behaviors and reporting concerns.
• Facilitate urine collection and testing while adhering to appropriate policies.
• Maintain a clean environment and ensure the safety of clients/patients during all activities.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• High School education OR equivalent with two (2) years of responsible employment.
• Experience in Human Services or a related field is preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Valid Driver's license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sometimes sit for extended periods. The employee must routinely use hands and fingers to write, type, operate a mouse, and handle documents. They must communicate effectively in-person and through phone inquiries and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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.

Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.