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Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - PRN

KVC Health Systems
Kansas, MO Other
POSTED ON 3/11/2026 CLOSED ON 5/30/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - PRN position at KVC Health Systems?

KVC Missouri Residential - Niles
Location: Kansas City, MO
Pay: $18.00-$21.65 per hour

Schedule: Part-time/PRN (As needed)


Job Summary 

The Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for KVC Missouri provides compassionate care and supervision of children and youth. They provide support to help young people achieve their treatment goals through daily activities, teaching coping techniques and positive behavior skills. Our BHTs can expect to work closely with nurses and therapists in reinforcing treatment plans, documenting client activity and maintaining a safe environment.


Education for BHT: High school diploma or GED is required.

Licensure/Certification for BHT: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Must be 21 years old to apply. Pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check required.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit for intermittent amounts of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off

Enjoy a generous amount of leave to support your work-life balance.

  • Paid Parental Leave

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

  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

  • 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 an 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.

Salary : $18 - $22

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