Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician ILocation: St Louis, MODepartment: Adult HousingEmployment Type: Part-Time

Job SummaryJoin our compassionate, collaborative team and make a difference in the lives of others. As a Behavioral Health Technician I, you will provide direct and supportive care to clients/patients, including health monitoring, crisis intervention, and facilitating group education and structured activities.

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· Provide direct and supportive care to clients/patients, including health monitoring and crisis intervention
· Facilitate group education and structured activities
· Assist with personal care, medication administration, and vital signs
· Document and report client behavior and progress
· Participate as an active member of the treatment team

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

Additional Qualifications· Current driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
· Completion of background check, including driving record and abuse/neglect check
· Completion of New Hire Orientation and all training requirements, including Relias
· First Aid and CPR certification
· Medication Administration training according to program standards
· Behavioral Management training (CPI or Crisis Management on Relias)

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
· Repetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift
· Sitting most of the time, with occasional walking or standing for brief periods



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 encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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