Behavioral Health Technician- Behavioral Health Crisis Center- Sunday, Monday, & Tuesdays- 7AM - 7:30PM

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Job Description: Behavioral Health Technician I Location: Kirksville, MO Setting: Behavioral Health Crisis Center Shift: Sunday, Monday, & Tuesdays- 7:00AM - 7:30PM **Must be 21 years old Job Summary: Are you a compassionate, reliable, and service‑oriented professional looking to make a real difference in behavioral health care? Centerstone is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to join our dedicated team at our Behavioral Health Crisis Center in Kirksville. In this vital role, you’ll provide supportive, trauma-informed care to individuals in residential and withdrawal management programs. You’ll monitor client well-being, assist in crisis response, support daily activities, and help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills, support meaningful recovery, and contribute to the wellbeing of the community. Position Perks & Benefits: Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in behavioral health care Supportive and mission-driven team environment Employee Assistance Plan Mileage reimbursement ( when applicable ) Potential for career advancement within the organization Training and development opportunities Key Responsibilities: Provide supervision, monitoring, admission, transfer, and discharge support for clients/patients Monitor and document vital signs; escalate concerns appropriately Oversee and accurately record medication administration Manage OTC medications and maintain medication inventory Document and track blood glucose levels; maintain related equipment Conduct supervision and safety checks in accordance with established plans and procedures Assist clients with personal care needs (bathing, grooming, dressing) as required Promote a therapeutic, safe, and respectful environment at all times Education and/or Experience Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment Additional Qualifications: Knowledge of confidentiality laws in behavioral health Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to interpret safety and procedural documents Basic math and keyboarding skills Ability to navigate electronic medical records Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills Ability to maintain professional boundaries and rapport with clients Position Perks & Benefits: 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 Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness. Brightli is on a Mission: 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.