BHC Behavioral Technician

Job Location

This position is located at Bellefontaine Habilitation Center, 10695 Bellefontaine Rd., Saint Louis, Missouri 63137. There are possible positions available on either our first shift (6:00am - 2:30pm), second shift (2:15 pm - 10:45 pm) or third shift (10:30pm - 6:30am).

If you enjoy caring for others and want to make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability, please apply! You can make a difference in the lives of our consumers so they too have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be valued members of their community.

This is semi-skilled direct care work implementing behavioral programs for persons with developmental disabilities exhibiting behavioral problems severe enough to endanger their current level of placement.

• Implement behavioral support techniques developed by the behavior resource team for consumers potentially requiring more restrictive environments due to their behaviors.
• Respond to crisis situations and implement interventions established until behavior is safe.
• Ability to implement and instruct others in the implementation of behavior support plans and crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to lift clients and assist in performing transfers and physical restraint procedures.
• Use of hands‑on skills (dependent care).
• Comprehensive knowledge of standard behavior modification techniques, including receiving an Advanced Skills certificate of the Safety Care program, and maintaining this certification.
• Ability to maintain all trainings, including CORE, CPR, and First Aid.
• Ability to have and maintain a L1MA Certification, which includes an additional $2.00 per hour added to the base salary. If not currently L1MA certified, you would need to obtain this within six (6) months of starting. Training is offered onsite.
• Ability to train and maintain Behavior Support Strategies training within six (6) months of starting.
• Ability to train and maintain Mental Health First Aid training within six (6) months of starting.
• Ability to train and maintain Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale within 90 days of starting.
• Must successfully demonstrate the Essential Skills - BST Skills within one year of starting.

• One or more years of direct care experience with implementing behavior support plans for persons with developmental disabilities and possession of high school diploma or equivalency and a valid driver's license.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.

This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact:
Twanna St. John in the BHC Human Resource Office at  or by email Twanna.

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