Youth Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title: Youth Specialist
Location: Jefferson City, Missouri
Department: Youth Residential
Employment Type: Full-Time
 

Job Summary:
Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional looking to make a difference in the lives of youth in your community? Do you thrive in a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and advance your career? Join our team at Burrell Behavioral Health as an Advanced Residential Support Staff member!

As a key part of the care team, this role supports individuals on their journey toward healing and independence. You’ll help create a safe, stable environment where clients can build life skills, develop routines, and feel genuinely supported. Whether you're leading group activities, assisting with daily living tasks, or simply being a consistent, encouraging presence, your work makes a real difference. You'll also help monitor client well-being, communicate important updates to the team, and ensure everyone stays safe and connected to the care they need. This is a hands-on, heart-forward role—perfect for someone who’s compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a daily impact in the lives of others.

Position Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate ($21.97 + .50 cent shift differentials)

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Friendly and supportive work environment

• Flexible scheduling

• Professional development opportunities

• Recognition and reward programs

• Paid time off and holidays

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with company match

Key Responsibilities:

• 🫂 Provide daily support to clients in a safe and welcoming environment

• 🧠 Help lead or support group activities that promote learning and wellness

• 📋 Watch for important behaviors and share updates with the team

• 🧼 Assist clients with daily living tasks like meals, hygiene, and routines

• 🤝 Be an active team member focused on each client’s needs and progress

• 🚗 Drive clients to appointments or outings when needed

• ✅ Follow program guidelines and complete all required training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of confidentiality laws related to substance use and mental health treatment.

• Strong ability to establish rapport with the client population.

• Capable of clear and effective verbal and written communication for reporting.

• Ability to demonstrate compassion and understanding towards clients.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Two years of responsible employment history preferred.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of background checks including criminal, driving, and abuse/neglect checks.

• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.

• First Aid and CPR certifications within 30 days of employment, with annual renewals.

• Completion of behavioral management training within the first 30 days of employment.

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 enco