Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician (New Era)

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician (New Era) role offers a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of individuals seeking support and recovery. We seek compassionate individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment, providing direct care and guidance to clients/patients on their journey towards healing. This position is ideal for those with strong communication skills, a dedication to creating a safe and therapeutic atmosphere, and a genuine passion for helping others overcome challenges.

As a Behavioral Health Technician (New Era), you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and progress of our clients/patients. Your responsibilities will include monitoring vital signs, responding to crises, facilitating group activities, providing transportation, and ensuring adherence to program policies and procedures. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team to develop and implement individualized care plans that promote recovery and personal growth.

Poplar Bluff, Missouri, offers a warm and welcoming community atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a balanced lifestyle. With its charming small-town appeal and proximity to urban amenities, this region provides an ideal environment for both personal and professional fulfillment.

The Behavioral Health Technician (New Era) position offers…

All-Inclusive Employee Benefits PackageTelemedicineEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time OffWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagementRetirement options

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and document client/patient behavior, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environmentFacilitate group activities, educational sessions, and structured programsAssist with admission, discharge, and transportation of clients/patientsAdminister and document medication administration as per training and policyRespond to crisis situations and escalate concerns to supervisors or treatment teamsMaintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with policiesFoster positive social interactions and adaptive behaviors among clients/patientsAttend staff meetings, training sessions, and treatment team meetings as requiredAdhere to all program policies, procedures, and regulatory standardsPerform other duties as assigned by leadership

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years of responsible employmentExperience in Human Services or related field preferred

OR

Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.

Required License/Certification (one of the following):

Become credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first ninety (90) days in position.

Additional Qualifications:

Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglectValid Driver's license in state of residency with an acceptable driving recordMust be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicleMust be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger vanAbility to lift and/or move up to 50 poundsExtensive knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations of the assigned program

Keywords: Behavioral Health, Technician, Recovery, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Patient Care, Crisis Intervention, Group Facilitation

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 value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

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