Be the steady support someone needs to move forward — join us as a Behavioral Technician
Schedule: Part-Time coverage needed 20 hours weekly to be discussed upon hire.

Looking for a meaningful career supporting individuals on their mental health recovery journey? Join our residential team providing hands-on support to adults with chronic mental health conditions, helping them build independence and thrive in their community.

As a Behavioral Technician, (Internal title: Residential Support Specialist) you’ll provide direct, person-centered care in a supervised residential setting. You'll use strength-based strategies to encourage wellness, independence, and recovery across all areas of daily living. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in behavioral health while making a real impact every day.

This is a great opportunity for someone who:

Enjoys working directly with people to promote personal growth and stability
Is passionate about mental health advocacy and community-based care
Wants to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
Has experience with vulnerable populations or is ready to gain hands-on behavioral health experience

This position is part of Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network.

Key Responsibilities

Support clients with daily living skills like cooking, budgeting, hygiene, and medication education
Encourage wellness and recovery goals through coaching and compassionate care
Help clients access community resources and services
Monitor individual progress and provide documentation after each shift
Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent, high-quality care
Support discharge planning, crisis response, and transitional services as needed

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

High School/Equivalent Required

At least one year of experience as a CNA, in social/human services, and/or experience working with adults with chronic mental illnesses required
Must obtain and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, CPI and Medication Level I Aide

You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

Thrive in a hands-on, client-facing role
Communicate clearly and compassionately
Stay calm and grounded when supporting individuals in crisis
Have a strong sense of empathy and professional boundaries
Are detail-oriented and organized with documentation
Want to build a long-term career in behavioral health or social services

Behavioral Technician

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