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Hours Full-time
Location Saint James, Missouri

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Job Description
$1000 Sign On Bonus
KVC Missouri Residential Program
Location: St. James, MO
Pay: $18.00-$21.65 Depending on Experience and Education

Job Summary

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!


Schedule:

  • Full-Time and Part-Time
  • Overnight Shift

Responsibilities:

  • Provide for the physical and emotional needs of clients, including:
    • Providing meals and snacks
    • Assisting with personal care
    • Monitoring medication
    • Intervening in crisis situations
  • Facilitate a healthy group living experience, including:
    • Creating a positive and supportive environment
    • Managing conflict and enforcing house rules
    • Participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team in the care of clients, including: Attending treatment team meetings
    • Providing input and implementing on treatment plans

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency
  • Class E driver's license with good driving record
  • Strong customer service focus
  • Excellent time management
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Word, Excel, and e-mail applications proficiency
  • Must be 21 years old to apply
  • Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

Must be 21 years old to apply

Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

  • Benefits:
    • Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

    • Paid Parental Leave
  • Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

    • Start accruing PTO on day ONE
  • Opportunity to earn up to 10 days off in your first year, including sick time.

    • $1000 Sign On & Referral Bonus
  • Paid after eligibility is met, in recognition of your commitment to the work we do

    • 403(b) with Company Match
  • Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

    • Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement
  • Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

    • Employee Assistance Program
  • Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

    • Wellness Benefits
  • 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 a 82 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.



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Posting ID: 1159399262 Posted: 2025-09-25 Job Title: Mental Behavioral Health Technician