Behavioral Health Technician - IOP PHP

Job Description

Job Description

KVC Missouri IOP PHP Program : Springfield MO

Job Summary :

• Practice conduct that displays respect for all KVC colleagues and community stakeholders regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientations, race, religion, and ethnicity
• Respect all youth and treat them as individuals in accordance with their treatment plan and collaborate with the treatment team providing the best possible care
• Review client case histories and become familiar with their treatment plan goals, carry out, and document interventions as described in the treatment plans
• Treat clients, clients’ families, colleagues and constituents with respect.
• Be a role model for the children and families in our Intensive Outpatient Program / Partial Hospitalization Program, remain professional, respectful, and calm while on duty. Role models positive behaviors and coping skills for clients, using a strength-based approach in all interactions
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary and use approved tools, techniques and resources available. Manage youth using de-escalation techniques from trainings like Safe Crisis Management (SCM) or UKERU, limiting the need for emergency safety interventions
• Complete required documentations, including phone calls, forms or reports per agency’s policy and procedures; enter documentation accurately and timely per KVC MO guidelines.
• Assist with structured group activities by giving youth choices and welcome poor choices as “teachable moment”. Teach and promote responsible behaviors (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports – PBIS)
• Create and maintain secure, safe, pleasant, nurturing and trauma informed environments
• As directed, may assist in meal preparation, provide transportation for programming, encourages recreational activities
• Administer medications and first aid per guidelines and polices, with support from nursing staff
• Keep the environment clean and orderly and in good repair, reporting concerns to supervisor or facilities staff, ensuring safety issues are addressed immediately.
• Function within KVC policies and procedures (i.e Employee Handbook)
• Attend meetings, mandated trainings and shift meetings. Complete all training and course work assigned
• Other duties as assigned according to qualification of staff and develop of programs.

Qualifications :

Must be 21 years old to apply

Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

Benefits :

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 82 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.