Lead Behavioral Tech

Job Description:

Job Title: Lead Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Saint Louis, MO

Department: Adult Housing

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:
Are you passionate about mental health and helping others live fuller lives? Join our compassionate, mission-driven team as a Lead Behavioral Health Technician and play a key role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey. We are looking for someone who thrives in a team environment, brings leadership to their peers, and has a heart for serving others. As a Lead BHT, you'll have the opportunity to positively impact lives while supporting your fellow technicians and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. You'll get to build relationships, model positive behavior, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve every day.

This leadership role provides structure and guidance to a team of Behavioral Health Technicians, ensuring clients receive consistent, quality care. You'll oversee daily operations, facilitate group activities, and ensure documentation standards are met — all while acting as a role model for both clients and staff. If you're organized, confident in crisis situations, and ready to take the next step in your human services career, we invite you to apply.

This position offers…
· Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost 
· Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
· Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
· Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
· Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:
· Provide leadership and guidance to Behavioral Health Technicians on the same shift
· Coordinate and oversee daily activities for clients, promoting a safe and therapeutic environment
· Facilitate education and recreation groups, and assist in preparing group materials
· Model and reinforce appropriate behavior while orienting new clients and staff
· Train, supervise, and evaluate BHT performance, including completing performance reviews
· Assist with staff scheduling and provide coverage for vacant shifts
· Ensure accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
· Participate in team meetings, collaborate with clinical leadership, and support crisis de-escalation
· Adhere to medication administration policies and assist trained BHTs in doing the same
· Perform all duties of a Behavioral Health Technician as needed

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing, or a closely related field; OR
· High school diploma or GED with two (2) years of responsible employment history
· Experience in Human Services or a related field preferred
· For St. Louis County programs: Bachelor's degree, OR MAADC I or II
· For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must become credentialed as a Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and be Insulin Certified within the first 90 days in position

Additional Qualifications:
· Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle
· Must be at least 23 years of age to operate a 15-passenger company van
· Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required
· Must successfully pass background check, including criminal, driving, and abuse/neglect screening
· First Aid and CPR certification required within 3 months of hire and upon renewal date
· Completion of Behavioral Management training (CPI for Residential programs or Crisis Management on Relias for Outpatient) within 30 days of hire
· Must complete 40 hours of related training annually (36 hours within first 2 years per 9 CSR E 1)
· Must complete 50 hours of ASAM training annually
· Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills required
· Proficient with basic keyboarding and electronic medical record documentation

Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this role, employees are regularly required to stand, walk, sit for extended periods, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, bend, stoop, and use hands for writing and typing. Must be able to talk and hear to respond to in-person and phone communication. May occasionally need to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

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.

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