What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician - (FT / PT) position at Preferred Family Healthcare?
Job Description:
Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician I
Location: Trenton, MO
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Shifts: Weekdays, Weekends, or Overnights
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, you’ll provide direct and supportive care to clients/patients in residential and withdrawal management settings. You’ll help monitor health indicators, facilitate structured activities, respond to crises, and support medication administration—all 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:
29 Days of PTO
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (eligibility requirements apply)
Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package – health, dental, vision, retirement, life & more
Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Key Responsibilities:
Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients
Monitor vital signs and escalate when necessary
Oversee and document medication administration
Monitor OTC medications and maintain inventory
Document blood glucose levels and maintain equipment
Conduct supervision checks per safety plans and procedures
Assist clients with personal care (e.g., grooming, bathing, dressing) when necessary
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.
Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.