Behavioral Health Technician I (Part-Time Weekend Overnight)

Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician I 

Location: Springfield, Missouri 

Department: Adult Housing 

Employment Type: PT Weekends- SA/SU plus holidays, 7pm to 7am 

Job Summary: 
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Behavioral Health Technician I, where you'll have the unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients and patients. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to providing direct support and care, with strong communication skills, teamwork spirit, and a commitment to fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. As a vital member of our team, you will contribute to the overall wellbeing of the individuals we serve. 

In this pivotal role, you will provide direct care, overseeing daily activities and monitoring health, ensuring the safety and comfort of clients/patients. Your responsibilities will also include facilitating group activities, interpreting treatment plans, and maintaining documentation, integral to the success of our program. 

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 escalation to medical intervention when critical symptoms present. 
• Facilitate client/patient supervision checks per policy and/or procedure or when indicated by a safety/precautions plan. 
• Assist clients/patients with personal care as needed (e.g., grooming, bathing, dressing). 
• Document reported behaviors and any areas of concern related to clients/patients. 
• Encourage adherence to program expectations and communicate concerning behaviors to the treatment team promptly. 
• Prepare for and facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned. 
• Provide client/patient transportation as needed to and from appointments. 

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: 
• High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years of responsible em