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Mental Health Technician (Fulltime and PRN)

Perimeter HealthcareΒ·Springfield, Missouri

Full TimeΒ·On SiteΒ·0-2 yrsΒ·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

Provide direct support and positive role modeling for children and teenagers in an inpatient psychiatric setting. Responsibilities include monitoring patient behavior, leading therapeutic activities, and utilizing verbal de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment.

🌟 Mental Health Technician 🌟 πŸ’™ Make a meaningful difference every shift.

Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is hiring Mental Health Technicians to support children and teenagers receiving inpatient psychiatric care.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and ready to help create a safe, encouraging environment for youth, we would love to meet you. πŸ™Œβœ¨ πŸ’« Why Join Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield? πŸ’™ Purpose-driven work: Help young people build coping skills, confidence, and stability in a therapeutic setting. 🌟 Supportive team environment: Work alongside dedicated behavioral health professionals committed to quality care. πŸ₯ Meaningful patient impact: Be part of a patient-centered approach that supports both mental health and physical wellbeing. πŸ“… Flexible opportunities: Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available with day and night shift options. 🧩 What You’ll Do 🌱 Provide positive role modeling and teach appropriate life skills to residents. πŸ‘€ Conduct direct observation rounds during assigned shifts and document patient behavior. 🧠 Support daily living skills through task assignment, coaching, and supervision. 🎨 Lead or assist with individual and group activities and programs. πŸ‘‹ Orient patients to the unit and assist with the discharge process. πŸ—£οΈ Use verbal de-escalation skills when a resident is agitated. 🚢 Accompany patients to meals, recreation, education activities, and unit-based programming. πŸ›‘οΈ Help maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. βœ… What We’re Looking For πŸŽ“ High school diploma or equivalent required. πŸ”ž Must be 21 years of age or older. 🀝 At least one year of experience in a children’s services program or residential setting, or completion of two years of college coursework in social sciences. πŸš— Valid state driver’s license required. 🫢 Ability to successfully complete CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention training during New Hire Orientation. πŸ•’ Schedule: Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities available. 🌞 Day and πŸŒ™ night shifts are available. 🎁 Benefits for Full-Time Employees ✨ Service excellence and a fulfilling work environment πŸ’° 401(k) plan with company match 🩺 Health insurance 😁 Dental insurance πŸ‘“ Vision insurance πŸ›‘οΈ Life insurance 🌴 Paid time off βž• Supplemental insurance plans available πŸ₯ About Perimeter Healthcare πŸ’™ Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading behavioral health care providers in the country, serving children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults.

We deliver hope through comprehensive, dedicated treatment programs across multiple states and care settings.

Our team lives our CARE values every day: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment. 🌟 Learn more at: https://www.perimeterhealthcare.com πŸš€ Ready to Make an Impact? ✨ Apply today and join a team that is committed to helping young people feel safe, supported, and empowered on their path forward. πŸ’™ βš–οΈ Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees.

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company in regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Requirements

Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. Required experience includes one year in children's services or two years of college coursework in social sciences.

  • high school
  • Group Activity Leadership
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Patient Observation
  • Verbal De-escalation
  • Patient Orientation
  • Positive Role Modeling
  • Life Skills Teaching
  • Behavioral Documentation

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan With Company Match
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Springfield, Missouri
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Closes
Oct 19, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare, with facilities across multiple states, is committed to restoring hope, promoting healing, and helping families achieve lasting recovery.

Salary listed on 5 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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Missouri behavioral health roles stay competitive

Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.

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