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KVC Health Systems·Springfield, Missouri
Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Overnights
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The Mental/Behavioral Health Technician provides for the physical and emotional needs of clients while facilitating a healthy group living environment. They also participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team to implement and provide input on client treatment plans.
KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Center: Springfield MO
$18.00-$21.65 per hour - Depending on Experience and Education
Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off: Overnights
As a Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will provide for the physical and emotional needs of the clients assigned to your cottage and facilitate a healthy group living experience. You will also participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients. This position is great start to gain experience in the mental health/social services fields!
Must be 21 years old to apply
Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required
• Paid Time Off
Access to health screenings and mental health support to promote overall well-being.
Why KVC?
KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI+B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).
At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with an 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a Class E driver's license with a good driving record. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.
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.