Mental​/Behavioral Health Technician; BHT

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Full Time Professional MO - Columbia, Columbia, MO, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $21.65 Hourly

$1000 Sign On Bonus
KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Center: Columbia, MO
Pay
: $18.00-$21.65 per hour - Depending on Experience and Education

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!

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

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

• 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

• 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.

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 83 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.