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Job Title:Behavioral Technician I

Location:Springfield, Missouri

Department:Recovery Services

Employment Type:Part Time

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a BehavioralTechnician I, where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients by helping them achieve their goals and improve their well-being. We are looking for individuals who are empathetic, dedicated, andpossessstrong communicationskills. Your contributions will be essential in fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing and growth.

As a BehavioralTechnician I, you willassistin the daily operations of our recovery services, ensuring that clients receive the care and support they need. You will work closely with the treatment team tomonitorclient progress, document behaviors, andfacilitateeducational and recreational activities. Your role will be crucial inmaintaininga safe and nurturing environment for all clients.

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:
Ensure adherence to program expectations and rules, reporting behaviors to supervisors toassistwith therapeutic interventions.
Participateactively in the treatment team,identifyingclients' strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
Document and report exceptional behaviors and areas of concern during shift changes and in client records.
Assistin the admission and orientation process, including obtaining vital signs and conducting safety searches.
Coordinate incoming calls and respond to crisissituationsas necessary.
Educate andassistclients in performing daily activities as needed.
Monitorclient activities and document relevant behaviors, including bed checks during overnight shifts.
Ensure all clients are accounted for and that precaution protocols are followed.
Facilitateeducation or recreation groups as scheduled.
Adhere to medication policies and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compliance.
Provide transportation for clients as needed.
Maintaina standard of behavior consistent with agency expectations and program philosophy.
Complete all mandatorytrainingswithin requiredtime frames.
Attend staff and treatment team meetings asrequested.
Screen andmonitordetoxification clients to ensure safety and recovery needs are met.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
High School education or equivalent with two (2) years of responsible employment history;
OR Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by theappropriate ExecutiveTeam member.
Bachelor's Degree OR MAADC I or II for St. Louis County Programs.

Additional Qualifications:
Must provide evidence of being free from infectious and contagious diseases, such as TB, prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter.
Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglect.
Completion of New Hire Orientation within30 daysof employment.
First Aid and CPR certifications within three (3) months of beginning employment.
Valid Driver's license in state of residency with an acceptable driving record isrequired.
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age tooperatea company-owned vehicle.
Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age tooperatea company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van.

Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of forcefrequentlyto lift, carry, push, or pull objects, including the human body.
Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing arerequiredonly occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Keywords: Behavioral Technician, Recovery Services, Substance Use Treatment, Mental Health, Client Support, Crisis Intervention, Education Groups, Documentation, Health Monitoring, Therapeutic Interventions