Behavioral Health Technician II

Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician II

Location: Branson, Missouri

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary:
The Behavioral Health Technician II position is a vital role in our Recovery Services team, dedicated to providing compassionate and supportive care to clients and patients. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by fostering a safe and therapeutic environment. We are looking for individuals who are empathetic, proactive, and committed to helping others on their journey to recovery. In this role, you will engage with clients, monitor their health, and facilitate therapeutic activities, all while working collaboratively with a dedicated treatment team.

As a Behavioral Health Technician II, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing daily activities
• Monitoring vital signs
• Responding to crises
• Ensuring clients receive the care and support they need to thrive

The Behavioral Health Technician II position offers…

• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income
• Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
• All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more
• Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits

Key Responsibilities:

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients
• Ensure monitoring of vital signs and signs of withdrawal, escalating to medical intervention when necessary
• Facilitate therapeutic services within your scope of expertise under appropriate supervision
• Document all services provided in accordance with State Regulatory/CARF/agency standards
• Participate as an active member of the treatment team, helping to identify client strengths and needs
• Assist clients in performing daily activities and encourage positive social interactions
• Maintain a safe and clean environment by observing good housekeeping rules
• Complete all mandatory trainings within the required time frame

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years of responsible employment
• Experience in Human Services or a related field preferred
• Hold a Certificate from the Missouri Credentialing Board in one (1) or both of the following:
  • Certified Peer Specialist
  • Missouri Associate Alcohol Drug Counselor

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
• Successful completion of background checks including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglect checks

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body
• Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift

Brightli is on a Mission:
Join us in our mission to change and save lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a compassionate team, we encourage you to apply today!

Keywords: Behavioral Health, Technician, Recovery Services, Mental Health, Substance Use, Support, Therapeutic Services, Client Care, Health Monitoring, Crisis Intervention

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.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.