SSM Health·Wentzville, Missouri
Provides direct behavioral health patient care by assisting with activities of daily living and implementing therapeutic interventions. Monitors patient behavior and safety while maintaining a therapeutic milieu and reporting changes in condition.
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Joseph Hospital - Wentzville Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: This is a part-time, day-shift position working three 8-hour shifts between Mon-Fri from 8am-4:30pm.
Job Summary: Provides direct behavioral health patient care by performing a variety of activities for patients.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
Provides or assists with providing direct patient care and therapeutic interventions based on patient care assignments from RN.
Observes and records patient behavior and activities.
Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
Applies knowledge of group dynamics in participating in therapeutic groups and maintaining the milieu.
Monitors patients to ensure safety, including but not limited to rounding, environmental and safety checks.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION Associate's degree in the behavioral health or a related field, or equivalent years of experience and education
EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving patients.
Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Occasional driving.
Required professional license and/Or certifications
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Requires an associate's degree in behavioral health or a related field, or equivalent experience. Must hold a Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from the American Heart Association.
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.