Behavioral Health Technician

​* Simple Staffing is hiring for this position on behalf of Embark Behavioral Health *

Join a mission-driven, trauma-informed, patient-centered team supporting adolescents (12–17) in mental health treatment, recovery, and life-skills development. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you’ll partner with licensed clinicians to provide direct patient care, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and therapeutic engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate group activities (art, music, recreation) to build coping skills
• Provide behavioral support, mentoring, and structured routines
• Use evidence-based, trauma-informed care techniques
• Document progress and collaborate with clinical teams
• Respond to escalations using safe intervention protocols
  

Qualifications:

• 21+ with HS diploma/GED (degree in human services preferred)
• 0–1+ year in behavioral health, education, coaching, or youth services (preferred)
• Willingness for CPR/First Aid, physical intervention training (provided)
• Ability to stand, move quickly, and support crisis stabilization
• Must pass background and drug screening per MO law
• Bonus for prior mental health or youth experience
  
  

Benefits:
Why Join Us (Career Growth):

• Mastery Program with ongoing training for no-experience candidates.
• Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
• Paid training in de-escalation, crisis response, and MARDC certification.
• Career ladder + leadership track—we grow our own and promote internallyIdeal for students pursuing Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or Medical fields.
• Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
• Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.
  

If you're ready to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact on young lives in our community, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• 21+ with HS diploma/GED (degree in human services preferred)
• 0–1+ year in behavioral health, education, coaching, or youth services (preferred)
• Willingness for CPR/First Aid, physical intervention training (provided)
• Ability to stand, move quickly, and support crisis stabilization
• Must pass background and drug screening per MO law
• Bonus for prior mental health or youth experience

Benefits

Health insurance, Paid time off, Dental insurance, 401(k), Life insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Retirement plan, Parental leave, Health savings account