Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Days
Company: KVC Health Systems
Location: Springfield
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description KVC Missouri Residential
Treatment Center: Springfield MO Pay: $18-$21.65 Depending on
Experience and Education Schedule Sunday-Wednesday Hours :
Weekdays: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Weekends: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Job
Summary: As a Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will
provide for the physical and emotional needs of the clients
assigned to your cottage and facilitate a healthy group living
experience. You will also participate in a multi-disciplinary
treatment team in the care of clients. This position is great start
to gain experience in the mental health/social services fields!
Responsibilities: Provide for the physical and emotional needs of
clients, including: Providing meals and snacks Assisting with
personal care Monitoring medication Intervening in crisis
situations Facilitate a healthy group living experience, including:
Creating a positive and supportive environment Managing conflict
Enforcing house rules Participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment
team in the care of clients, including: Attending treatment team
meetings Providing input on treatment plans Implementing treatment
plans Qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalency Class
E driver's license with good driving record Strong customer service
focus Excellent time management Oral and written communication
skills Word, Excel, and e-mail applications proficiency Must be 21
years old to apply Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and
background check required Benefits: Paid Time Off Enjoy a generous
amount of leave to support your work-life balance. Paid Parental
Leave Receive financial support during parental leave to help you
spend quality time with your new family member. Health, Dental,
Vision & Life Insurance Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep
you and your family healthy and protected. 403(b) with Company
Match Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help
you plan for your future. Tuition Reimbursement Financial
assistance for continuing education and professional development.
Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement Support for
obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.
Employee Assistance Program Confidential support for personal and
professional challenges, including counseling and resources.
Wellness Benefits Access to health screenings and mental health
support to promote overall well-being. Why KVC? KVC is a nonprofit
child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of
compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to
providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work
environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life
balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help
our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEIB Committee,
Talent Development Programs, etc.). At KVC Health Systems, our
employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our
employees, KVC debuted with a 77 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a
rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of
employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive,
supportive work environment where you can do your best work and
love coming to work every day.
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