Behavioral Health Technician

Overview

Hourly Pay: $21.00 an hour

Location: 130 Calo Lane, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

(Lake Ozark is the only location for this role.)

Shifts available: AM (6AM - 4PM)| Mid (1PM–10PM) | Overnight (8:30 PM - 6:30 AM) Full-Time | On-Site | 4-Day Work Weeks | Weekend availability required

Inspire Change. Empower Youth. Are you a compassionate, reliable professional looking to make a real impact? Calo Programs is hiring Behavioral Health Associates , also known as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Youth Care Workers, Residential Counselors, or Behavioral Health Technicians , to support youth overcoming trauma and emotional challenges.

This is a year-round opportunity (not seasonal) to grow your career while doing meaningful, purpose-driven work in a nationally recognized residential treatment program.

As the nation’s leading trauma-informed residential treatment center, we combine clinical care with experiential therapies—like hiking, art, music, and yoga to help teens heal and thrive.

Why Calo? We blend clinical excellence with adventure, structure, and connection. Through hiking, art, music, yoga, and team-based experiences, our mentors help students build trust, resilience, and lifelong coping skills.

Responsibilities

• Support youth with daily routines, hygiene, chores, and personal development

• Engage in group therapy and team-building activities

• Ensure a safe, structured, and emotionally supportive environment

• Participate in engaging on- and off-campus activities that promote healing and personal growth.

• Implement treatment strategies alongside clinical teams

• Maintain professional boundaries while offering genuine mentorship

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Age 21+

• Ability to pass background checks and physical

• Experience in residential care or with at-risk youth preferred (but not required)

EMTs and those with first responder backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

CALO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

CALO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

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