Behavioral Technician for South County Hab Center

Department of Mental Health

St. Louis Developmental Disabilities Treatment Centers
- South County Habilitation Center

2312 Lemay Ferry Rd. St. Louis, MO 63125

BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN

Semi-monthly salary $1,772.40

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. Years of service adjustments, shift differentials, and other targeted salary payments are applied to the total compensation of your paycheck and are subject to eligibility requirements of the appropriate differential.

HOME DAYS OFF HOURS

BT 4 Thursday/Friday Team I, 6:30am - 3:00pm

BT 4 Monday/Tuesday Team II, 2:30pm-11:00pm

Job Location:

This position is located at South County Habilitation Center, 2312 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63125.

CLOSING DATE:
August 18, 2026, on or before 4:30pm

• 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 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.

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.

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If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
Jennifer Krystynak in the South County Habilitation Center (SCHC) Human Resource Office at  or by email stynak.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.