Behavioral Technician

Behavioral Technician

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

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and 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

About Compass Health Network

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Our network includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Each part of our organization contributes to our mission: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. Louis metropolitan area since 1982. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.

Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.

Why Join Us? Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you'll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where your work is valued and your professional growth is encouraged. We offer:

• Competitive Benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Personal and professional development
• Licensure supervision
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program with Xponential access
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility*

*Please note: While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.

Your Career, Your Impact Whether you're beginning your career or looking to take the next step, you'll find purpose and opportunity with us. Join a team where your skills and compassion make a meaningful impact—every single day.

Ready to make a difference? We'd love to hear from you! Equal Opportunity Statement Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 5: Offer of Employment

Stage 6: Background Screening

Stage 7: Hired

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Review

Stage 3: Electronic Application

Stage 4: Interview

Stage 5: Offer of Employment

Stage 6: Background Screening

Stage 7: Hired

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Review

Stage 3: Electronic Application

Stage 4: Interview

Stage 5: Offer of Employment

Stage 6: Background Screening

Stage 7: Hired

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