Behavioral Health Technician (Tue-Sat 3-11pm)

Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Saint Louis, MO

Department: Adult Housing

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and missiondriven team as a Behavioral Health Technician, where you will play an essential role in supporting clients on their journey toward healing, stability, and recovery. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by creating a safe, therapeutic environment and offering encouragement to individuals navigating behavioral health challenges. If you are patient, reliable, and motivated by helping others, you will find this role both rewarding and purposedriven. We are seeking someone who communicates well, works collaboratively, and brings empathy and professionalism to their work.

In this role, you will monitor client wellbeing, assist with daily activities, respond to crises, support treatment plans, facilitate group activities, and help maintain a structured environment that promotes positive client outcomes. You will also participate in admissions, documentation, health monitoring, and client observations while working closely with supervisors and treatment teams.

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:
Provide supportive daily care and redirection to clients while promoting a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment
Monitor client health by obtaining vital signs, observing symptoms, and escalating medical concerns when needed
Oversee medication administration per policy, including documentation and collaboration with nursing staff
Complete client admissions, discharges, transfers, safety searches, and orientation procedures
Facilitate client supervision checks, monitor daily activities, and maintain accurate behavioral documentation
Assist clients with daily living tasks and encourage engagement in scheduled activities
Support clients in fostering positive social interactions and developing solutionfocused coping skills
Facilitate or prepare group sessions, including education, recovery skills, and recreational activities
Provide safe and timely client transportation to and from appointments
Assist with urine collection, testing, lab documentation, and adherence to medical protocols
Monitor signs of withdrawal and respond according to policy when applicable
Participate as an active member of the treatment team by communicating observations and supporting client goals
Maintain a clean, safe environment and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly
Respond calmly and effectively to crisis situations and contact appropriate personnel
Attend required meetings, trainings, and team discussions
Follow all agency policies, procedures, and medication storage and destruction guidelines

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
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: Bachelors Degree or MAADC I or II
For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must attain Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and Insulin Certification within the first 90 days of employment
Exceptions to listed qualifications may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member

Additional Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a companyowned vehicle and at least 23 years of age to drive a 15passenger company van
Must have a valid drivers license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
Must attain First Aid and CPR certification within three (3) months of employment and maintain upon renewal
Must complete required Behavioral Management training within 30 days or first available class
Ability to communicate effectively, maintain boundaries, and document in an electronic medical record system
Ability to follow written or verbal instructions, apply commonsense reasoning, and manage multiple variables in routine situations
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with clients while maintaining professionalism

Physical Requirements
Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally
Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements for typing or writing
Ability to sit for long periods, with occasional walking or standing
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry small objects as needed

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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