Job Description:

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Columbia, MO

Department: Residential Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: Varies

Job Summary: As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting clients on their journey to recovery. You will ensure adherence to program expectations, participate in treatment planning, assist with daily activities, facilitate groups, provide transportation, and create a safe and supportive environment.

Location:Columbia, Missouri, a thriving city nestled in the heart of Mid Missouri, boasting an array of recreational attractions, restaurants, and entertainment options. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Finger Lakes State Park, kayaking or relaxing on the beach. Take a stroll through the picturesque University of Missouri campus, admiring its historic buildings and vibrant student culture. Indulge in a culinary adventure downtown, where a variety of restaurants are. There is something for everyone in Columbia, Missouri.

Position Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Friendly and supportive work environment

• Flexible scheduling

• Professional development opportunities

• Recognition and reward programs

• Paid time off and holidays

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with company match

Key Responsibilities:

For Residential Facility and Withdrawal Management:

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.

• Ensure monitoring of vital signs, signs and symptoms of withdrawal, and possess knowledge to determine need for escalation to medical intervention when critical symptoms present.

• Obtain and record vital signs and relevant medical symptoms per policy and/or as indicated by medical personnel when applicable.

• Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure and as permitted by appropriate training certifications/permissions.

• Adhere to all medication policies and work with trained nursing staff to ensure all medication policies are followed whether self-administered by client/patient or staff-administered when appropriate training permits.

• Maintains accurate records of client medications and documents the self-administration of medications by clients or staff administration of medications.

• Monitors client self-administration of over the counter (OTC) medications, as well as the inventory and storage of OTC medications.

• Properly documents client's reported blood glucose level as indicated and maintains agency approved equipment per manufacturer's guidelines.

• Reports medication errors and/or medication discrepancies per agency policy and procedures.

• Follows Medication Storage and Destruction Policy & Procedure.

• Screen and monitor clients/patients for signs and symptoms of withdrawal to ensure that safety and recovery needs are being met (when applicable).

• Facilitate client/patient supervision checks per policy and/or procedure or when indicated by a safety/precautions plan.

For Residential Care Facility (RCF):

• Assist clients/patients with personal care (e.g. grooming, bathing, dressing, etc.) when needed.

• Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.

• Ensure monitoring of vital signs and possess knowledge to determine need for escalation to medical intervention when critical symptoms present.

• Obtain and record vital signs and relevant medical symptoms per policy and/or as indicated by medical personnel when applicable.

• Oversee medication administration per policy and procedure and as permitted by appropriate training certifications/permissions.

• Adhere to all medication policies and work with trained nursing staff to ensure all medication policies are followed whether self-administered by client/patient or staff-administered when appropriate training permits.

• Maintains accurate records of client medications and documents the self-administration of medications by clients or staff administration of medications.

• Monitors client self-administration of over the counter (OTC) medications, as well as the inventory and storage of OTC medications.

• Properly documents client's reported blood glucose level as indicated and maintains agency approved equipment per manufacturer's guidelines.

• Reports medication errors and/or medication discrepancies per agency policy and procedures.

• Follows Medication Storage and Destruction Policy & Procedure.

• Note: Any self-administration of medication has to be with physician orders (whether OTC or prescribed medications).

• Facilitate client/patient supervision checks per policy and/or procedure or when indicated by a safety/precautions plan.

For all locations:

• Encourage clients/patients to adhere to program expectations and rules in a trauma informed manner and communicate concerning behaviors to the treatment team and supervisor as soon as possible. The supervisor and/or treatment team will assist with developing/implementing therapeutic interventions.

• Participate as an active member of the treatment team by helping to identify client's strengths, needs, abilities and preferences.

• Document and/or report at shift change and/or in client/patient record any exceptional behavior and/or areas of concerns related to client's behaviors/interactions.

• Assist in admission/orientation process with regard to client rights and rules under the supervision of the assigned supervisor. This may include obtaining vital signs, safety search of client/patient and/or belongings and collecting any urine/lab specimens for testing.

• Facilitate urine collection, testing, lab send-offs, and document in the client record following policy and procedures.

• Operate telephone system, record incoming messages accurately, place telephone calls as necessary or directed practicing good customer service skills and respond to crisis calls as necessary communicating with supervisor and/or treatment team in a timely manner.

• Assist, educate, and redirect clients/patients in performing daily activities as needed.

• Monitor client activities and document client activities occurring on shifts that are relevant to client's/patient's progress or behavior, including bed check documentation during overnight shifts.

• Ensure all clients/patients are accounted and present in scheduled activities.

• Foster adaptive behavior in clients by encouraging positive social interaction and role-modeling a solution focused approached to issues of concern.

• Ensure precaution protocols are adhered to and appropriate documentation occurs.

• Assist in monitoring general health conditions of clients/patients facilitating communications with the supervisor or treatment team in a timely manner.

• Prepare for and facilitate group rehabilitative support, education, recovery skills, or recreation groups as scheduled and assigned. NOTE: In some programs, this may be a core aspect of job duties.

• Provide client/patient transportation as needed to and from appointments. NOTE: In some programs, this may be a core aspect of job duties.

• Maintain a standard of behavior that is, at all times, consistent with Organization Code of Conduct and program philosophy.

• Complete all mandatory trainings within the required time frame within State Regulatory/CARF Standards.

• Attend staff meetings, treatment team meetings, training sessions, etc. as requested by supervisors.

• Maintains a safe and clean environment by observing general rules of good housekeeping.

• Reports maintenance problems, broken or malfunctioning equipment, other mechanical safety concerns following established reporting procedures.

• Be knowledgeable and adhere to all program policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate interest in long term and short term goals and objectives of the organization.

• Other duties as assigned by Leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of confidentiality laws governing the treatment of substance use and mental health disorder treatment.

• Capable of communicating ideas clearly and effectively both verbally and written to produce clear and concise reports.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Ability to speak effectively with clients, Employees of organization, family members and other community contacts.

• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

• Basic key-boarding skills and navigate/enter notes within electronic medical record.

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables within standardized situations.

• Ability to establish rapport with client/patient population while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• High School education OR equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment

• Experience in Human Services or related field preferred. OR

• Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.

St. Louis County Programs:

• Bachelor's Degree, OR

• MAADC I or II

For Residential Care Facility (RCF):

• Become credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first ninety (90) days in position.

Supervisory Requirements: None

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record and abuse/neglect.

• Completion of New Hire Orientation within 30 Days of Employment.

• All training requirements including Relias within two (2) weeks of employment and annually thereafter.

• First Aid certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.

• Obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of beginning employment and upon renewal date.

• Medication Administration according to the program standards.

• Behavioral Management training

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 use 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 value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

About Brightli

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 use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care.

Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), and Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO). While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come.

Brightli Snapshot

• 200 locations

• 4 states

• 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates

• 5k+ employees