CNA-Certified Nursing Assistant – Behavioral Health | 1K Sign-On Bonus
Perimeter Healthcare·Saint Robert, Missouri
Perimeter Healthcare·Saint Robert, Missouri
Provide direct care and mentorship to adolescents in a residential behavioral health setting, assisting with daily living activities and medical needs. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team to implement individualized care plans and maintain a safe, structured environment.
Mental Health Technician (CNA) – Days & Nights $1,000 Day Shift Sign-On Bonus Available!
Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose | Saint Robert, MO Make a Difference Every Day.
Are you looking for more than just a job?
Do you want a career where you can positively impact the lives of adolescents while working alongside an incredible team that truly makes a difference?
Perimeter Behavioral Health is opening our newest residential treatment facility in Saint Robert, Missouri, and we're looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team as Mental Health Technicians.
Whether you're already working in behavioral health or looking to use your CNA skills in a rewarding new way, this is your opportunity to build a meaningful career while helping young people heal, grow, and thrive.
Why Join Perimeter?
Every day brings the opportunity to change a life.
As a Mental Health Technician, you'll become a trusted mentor, role model, and advocate for adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment.
You'll help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where youth can develop healthy coping skills, build confidence, and move toward recovery.
No two days are ever the same, and every interaction has the power to make a lasting impact.
About Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the nation's leading behavioral healthcare providers, offering specialized psychiatric and residential treatment services across multiple states.
Our Saint Robert campus provides residential treatment for adolescents experiencing mental health, behavioral, and complex medical challenges.
Through compassionate, evidence-based care, we help young people and their families find hope and healing.
Our mission is simple: Deliver hope through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a commitment to helping every child reach their fullest potential.
What You'll Do As a Mental Health Technician (CNA), you'll work directly with residents while partnering with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other clinical professionals to provide exceptional care.
Daily Responsibilities Build positive, therapeutic relationships with adolescents Observe, document, and report resident behaviors, moods, and physical conditions Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and personal care Obtain vital signs and assist nursing staff with routine medical care Escort residents to meals, school, therapy groups, recreation, and appointments Teach and model healthy coping skills, communication, and daily living skills Maintain a safe, clean, structured, and trauma-informed environment Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies (paid training provided) Assist with physical interventions only when necessary and according to facility training Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary treatment team to support individualized care plans What We're Looking For We are seeking caring professionals who are dependable, patient, and passionate about helping others succeed.
Required Qualifications Active Missouri Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification High School Diploma or GED Must be at least 21 years of age Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and assist with resident care and interventions
Previous experience in behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, or social services Experience working with adolescents Background in psychology, nursing, human services, criminal justice, education, or social work Schedule We offer consistent 12-hour shifts designed to provide work-life balance. Full-Time Opportunities Available Day Shift (12 Hours) – $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Night Shift (12 Hours) Benefits & Perks We invest in our employees because they invest in our residents. Benefits include: $1,000 Day Shift Sign-On Bonus Competitive Pay Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Company-Sponsored 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Time Off Ongoing Paid Training Career Advancement Opportunities Supportive Leadership Team Collaborative Multidisciplinary Environment Meaningful work where you truly make a difference every day Why You'll Love Working Here At Perimeter, you're not just filling a position—you become part of a mission. Every conversation, every interaction, and every act of compassion helps shape a brighter future for adolescents facing behavioral health challenges. Whether you're an experienced CNA or looking to grow your career in behavioral health, you'll receive the training, support, and opportunities needed to succeed. If you're passionate about helping others and want a career with purpose, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and become part of a team that's transforming lives—one child, one family, and one future at a time. Location Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose 121 Primrose Lane Saint Robert, MO 65584
Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, 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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Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a High School Diploma or GED and an active Missouri CNA certification. Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and bending is required.
Market context
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.
