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Behavioral Health Technician
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Job Description:
Behavioral Health Technician I
Location: Kirksville, MO
Employment Type: Full-time & Part-time shifts available
Shift: Monday โ Friday
Job Summary:
Are you a compassionate and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health care? Join our team at Centerstone as a Behavioral Health Technician I!
In this role, youโll provide direct and supportive care to clients/patients in residential and withdrawal management settings. Youโll help monitor health indicators, facilitate structured activities, respond to crises, and support medication administrationโall while fostering a safe, therapeutic environment.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals who seek our services!
(Full-time) Position Perks & Benefits:
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29 Days of PTO
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Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (eligibility requirements apply)
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Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package โ health, dental, vision, retirement, life & more
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Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan โ up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
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Company-paid basic life insurance
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Emergency Medical Leave Program
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Flexible Spending Accounts โ healthcare and dependent care
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Health & Wellness Program
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Employee Discount Program
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide general oversight and support to clients/patients in daily activities.
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Monitor vital signs and respond to health emergencies, escalating situations as necessary.
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Document and maintain accurate records for medications, behaviors, and treatment progress.
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Facilitate client/patient transport as needed and adhere to medication policies.
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Educate and encourage clients to participate in program expectations in a trauma-informed manner.
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Collaborate actively with the treatment team to identify client strengths and needs.
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Assist with admission, orientation processes, and report any behavior concerns promptly.
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Conduct drug testing and maintain communication with the treatment team.
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Prepare and facilitate group rehabilitative support and education as scheduled.
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Ensure a safe and clean environment while following organization policies and procedures.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment
Additional Qualifications:
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Knowledge of confidentiality laws in behavioral health
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to interpret safety and procedural documents
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Basic math and keyboarding skills
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Ability to navigate electronic medical records
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Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
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Ability to maintain professional boundaries and rapport with clients
For Kirksville RCF staff, Illinois staff, and Kansas Residential staff only:
Must provide evidence that incumbent is free of infectious and contagious disease,
such as TB, prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter.
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.
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