Behavioral Health Technician
1 month ago
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Base Pay: $16.38/hour
Full-Time Position: Monday-Friday 11:00pm-7:00am
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED/HSE required.
- Preference will be given to those with at least two years' experience in Healthcare or Mental Health field or with an undergraduate degree.
- Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver's License (Class D for IL Residents), and proof of continuous auto insurance. Must also meet CCC's Motor Vehicle Record standards policy and have reliable transportation.
LMC is a seven bed Intensive Residential Treatment Service (IRTS) that provides a high level of direct service and supports for individuals living with chronic mental health diagnoses (i.e., anxiety, bi-polar, depression, personality disorders, etc.) that often involve severe behavioral and emotional issues resulting in guardianship. LMC also has three short term diversion beds that serve as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization and/or as a resource that hospitals may use to shorten inpatient stays.
What in the world is an Intensive Residential Treatment Service (IRTS)?
The Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) is a specialized treatment program under the direction of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who ensures that services are delivered by a team of professionals who have the qualifications and skills necessary to meet the needs of residents and promote their recovery. The QMHP provides weekly group staff supervision to discuss issues and review residents' progress in meeting their treatment plan goals.
The cornerstone of IRTS is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Residents are required to attend weekly DBT skills training, application, and coaching groups, and are encouraged to practice the skills they have learned on a daily basis. Residents also attend DBT individual counseling sessions provided by an onsite therapist. An onsite nurse is available to residents regarding medical needs
Your Job as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)*
As a BHT you are responsible for the oversight of the clients' safety and mental well-being as well as the physical plant facilities. This includes assisting clients with skill building, participating in groups and social activities, and intervening in crisis situations when needed. To be successful in this role, you would need to have a high level of communication skills, model behavior to clients, and promote client-centered treatment.
*Please note: this position was formerly known as "Resident Care Worker"
Essential Functions
- Provide care to clients in a manner that promotes safety, comfort, and a therapeutic environment based on a trauma informed approach.
- Promote and educate clients regarding activities of daily living including household management (i.e., attending to bedroom, laundry, etc.) and self-care management (i.e., hygiene, grooming, medication, etc.) tasks and responsibilities.
- Teach functional living skills such as anger management techniques, impulse control, social/communication skills, relaxation skills, emotional coping skills, etc. based on the client's individual treatment plan.
- Collaborate closely with the treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
- Complete and chart client observations in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
- Conduct ongoing checks; including personal belongings, room checks, and grounds checks based on agency policy and procedure.
- Ensure protective oversight of clients, monitor the condition of clients, and follow agency policy and procedure regarding medical emergencies or elopement.
- Transport clients to and from appointments as needed and appropriate.
- Intervene in behavioral health crisis situations when needed.
- Distribute medications and document such based on agency policy and procedure. Immediately report medication errors based on agency protocol.
- Document according to clinical policies and procedures, DMH, CARF, and any other federal or state program per agency standards.
Minimum Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; or,
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or Behavioral Health Field
Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, ability to obtain a Class E license, and proof of continuous auto insurance.
The Agency
Community Counseling Center (CCC) - Your Behavioral Health + Wellness Resource - is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our five county catchment area.
Our Mission is to provide and support personal growth, wellness, and improved quality of life through the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and families residing in Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry, and Ste Genevieve counties in Missouri.
Our Vision is to create a diverse and inclusive behavioral healthcare system where individuals and families can readily access mental health and substance use services, feel welcome, accepted, and leave services with hope and improved quality of life.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
Join our team at Community Counseling Center and be part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). We believe that a diverse workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse client base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. Through inclusive hiring practices, unbiased selection processes, employee resource groups, ongoing training, and transparent progress tracking, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.
Our Benefits
- 24 Paid Days Off Your First Year
- + get a day off for your birthday
- Seven Paid Holidays
- Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
- Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance
- Retirement Auto-Enrollment
- LegalShield and IDShield - Lawyer and Identity Theft Benefit
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Approved Site
- Employee Referral Program
- Much More
Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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