Brightli·Joplin, Missouri
Provide direct care and supervision for clients, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with personal care. Facilitate rehabilitative group activities and maintain detailed documentation of patient behaviors and treatment progress.
Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician I
Location: Joplin, Missouri
Full Time (2pm - 10pm)
**Must be available evenings and weekends**
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Behavioral Health Technician I, where you'll have the unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of clients and patients. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to providing direct support and care, with strong communication skills, teamwork spirit, and a commitment to fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. As a vital member of our team, you will contribute to the overall wellbeing of the individuals we serve.
In this pivotal role, you will provide direct care, overseeing daily activities and monitoring health, ensuring the safety and comfort of clients/patients. Your responsibilities will also include facilitating group activities, interpreting treatment plans, and maintaining documentation, integral to the success of our program.
Behavioral Health, Patient Care, Human Services, Mental Health, Therapeutic Environment, Crisis Intervention, Medication Administration, Teamwork, Personal Care, Supportive Care
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
a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
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.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Market context
In Missouri, Behavioral Health Technician openings often reflect ongoing demand in hospitals, residential programs, and community behavioral health settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for dependable candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent, related work experience, and strong interpersonal skills, while some qualifications may be reviewed by the Executive Team. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight any human services or direct care experience.
