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Join our compassionate team as a Behavioral Health Technician and play a vital role in making a difference in the lives of individuals seeking mental health and substance use support. We are seeking empathetic, observant, and responsible individuals to provide direct care and support to our clients. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will have the opportunity to foster positive change, promote well-being, and contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess excellent communication and observational skills, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will be responsible for providing direct and supportive care to clients/patients. Your duties will include overseeing day-to-day activities, redirecting clients/patients when needed, monitoring health (vital signs), intervening and responding to crises, communicating with the treatment team, facilitating group education/structured activities, and transporting clients/patients as necessary. You will also be responsible for understanding client/patient treatment plans, documenting behavior, and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor client activities and document observations relevant to client progress or behavior, including bed checks during overnight shifts.
• Facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned.
• Provide transportation for clients to and from appointments as needed.
• Encourage clients to adhere to program expectations and rules in a trauma-informed manner, communicating any concerning behaviors to the treatment team.
• Assist clients with personal care (e.g., grooming, bathing, dressing) when needed.
• Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure and as permitted by appropriate training certifications/permissions.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by observing general rules of good housekeeping and reporting any maintenance problems or safety concerns.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment
• Experience in Human Services or related field preferred. Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.
• St. Louis County Programs: Bachelor's Degree, OR MAADC I or II
• For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must attain credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first ninety (90) days in position.

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle.
• Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.
• Valid Driver's license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record. Extensive knowledge of the policies, procedures, and regulations of the program to which the Employee is assigned.
• Current driver's license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.
• Medication Administration according to the program standards. Behavioral Management training completed within thirty (30) days of employment or first available class after start date.
• Achievement of thirty-six (36) hour training requirements within 2-year period in accordance with 9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1

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. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Brightli is on a Mission:

Join Brightli on our mission to transform lives and communities by providing compassionate, innovative care. Your dedication as a Behavioral Health Technician will directly contribute to our goal of creating a healthier, more resilient world. Apply today and be a part of something bigger!