Job Description:
Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician
Location: St. Louis, MO
Department: Adult Services
Employment Type: Part-Time / PRN
Job Summary:
Join our compassionate, mission-driven team as a Behavioral Health Technician and help change lives in meaningful ways. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make a true difference in the lives of individuals on their journey to recovery. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills and your heart matter. We're seeking individuals who are empathetic, reliable, detail-oriented, and team players with a strong desire to help others.
In this role, you will provide direct and supportive care to clients by assisting with daily routines, monitoring health and behaviors, facilitating group activities, and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment. You’ll play an active role in treatment teams, help manage medications, and document client progress—all while being a critical part of someone’s recovery process. Whether helping with admissions, leading group education, or providing transportation, you’ll be making an impact every step of the way.
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
· 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 hands-on care and support to clients, including assisting with daily living activities and monitoring well-being
· Facilitate group education sessions, structured activities, and support programming
· Observe, document, and report client behavior, progress, and concerns to the treatment team
· Assist with client admissions, discharges, and transitions, including safety checks and vital sign monitoring
· Supervise medication self-administration and maintain accurate medication records according to policy
· Provide transportation for clients to appointments or community activities as needed
· Encourage clients to follow program expectations using trauma-informed approaches
· Collaborate with treatment teams to support individualized client care plans
· Maintain a clean and safe environment by following good housekeeping standards and safety procedures
· Respond appropriately to crisis situations and escalate medical needs when necessary
Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Two (2) years of responsible employment
· 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 the role
· Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member
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 vehicle
· Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
· First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment and upon renewal
· Obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of employment and upon renewal
· Must successfully complete background check including criminal record, driving record, and fingerprint clearance
· Must complete Behavioral Management training (CPI) within 30 days of employment
· Basic keyboarding skills and ability to enter notes into an electronic medical record
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle crisis situations professionally
· For Illinois and Kansas Residential staff: Must provide evidence of being free of infectious/contagious diseases (e.g., TB) before hire and annually
· For Adolescent Program only: Must complete specialized adolescent and family training within six (6) months of hire
Physical Requirements:
· Sedentary work: Occasionally exerting up to 10 pounds of force; involves mostly sitting with occasional walking or standing
· Frequent use of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and writing
· Must be able to perform standard housekeeping duties and navigate within a treatment facility
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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