Evening Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

$1000 Sign On Bonus KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Center

• Columbia,
• MO
• Pay: $18.00-$21.65 per hour -
• Depending on
• Experience and
• Education
• Shifts
• Available:
• Evening (2:00PM-10:30PM)
• OR
• Overnight (10:00PM-8:30AM)

Job Summary

As a Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will provide for the physical and emotional needs of the clients assigned to your cottage and facilitate a healthy group living experience. You will also participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients. This position is great start to gain experience in the mental health/social services fields!

Responsibilities

Provide for the physical and emotional needs of clients, including

• Providing meals and snacks
• Assisting with personal care
• Monitoring medication
• Intervening in crisis situations

Facilitate a healthy group living experience, including

• Creating a positive and supportive environment
• Managing conflictEnforcing house rules
• Participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients, including:Attending treatment team meetings
• Providing input on treatment plansImplementing treatment plans

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Class E driver's license with good driving record
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent time management
• Oral and written communication skills
• Word, Excel, and e-mail applications proficiency
• Must be 21 years old to apply
• Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

• Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.
• Paid Parental Leave

• Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.
• Start accruing PTO on day ONE

• Opportunity to earn up to 10 days off in your first year, including sick time.
• 403(b) with Company Match

• Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

• Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.
• Employee Assistance Program

• Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.
• Wellness Benefits

Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 82 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.