Behavioral Health Technician - Floating - Lou Masterman Center (LMC) / Psychiatric Individualized Supportive Living (PISL)

Behavioral Health Technician - PISL / Lou Location-Floating

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Where : Lou Masterman Center (LMC) & Psychiatric Individualized Supportive Living (PISL) Residential Centers - Cape Girardeau, MO

Base Pay : $17.59 / hour

Schedule : Full-Time, 40 hours / week - Flexibility to work across all shift's times (Day, Evening, and Overnight) between our two Residential Locations.

Minimum Required Qualifications :

• High School Diploma / GED / HSE required.
• Preference will be given to those with at least two years' experience in Healthcare or Mental Health field or with an undergraduate degree.
• Must hold or obtain by start date, MO Class E Driver's License (Class D for IL Residents), and proof of continuous auto insurance. Must also meet CCC's Moter Vehicle Record standards policy and have reliable transportation.

The Lou Masterman Center (LMC) Program

LMC is a seven bed Intensive Residential Treatment Service (IRTS) that provides a high level of direct service and supports for individuals living with chronic mental health diagnoses (i.e., anxiety, bi-polar, depression, personality disorders, etc.) that often involve severe behavioral and emotional issues resulting in guardianship. LMC also has three short term diversion beds that serve as an alternative to inpatient hospitalization and / or as a resource that hospitals may use to shorten inpatient stays.

The Psychiatric Individualized Supportive Living (PISL) Program

PISL is four-bedroom living arrangement for transitional adults between 18 years up to 26 with a diagnosed severe and persistent mental health illness. The residents must demonstrate willingness, desire, and need to learn and / or improve independent living skills. Individuals may have a variety of presenting problems including a history of mental illness, severe functional disability, (i.e. inability to work, live independently, or maintain adequate social support) and possibly substance use / dependency issues.

Your Job as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

As a BHT you are responsible for the oversight of the clients' safety and mental well-being as well as the physical plant facilities. This includes assisting clients with skill building, participating in groups and social activities, and intervening in crisis situations when needed. To be successful in this role, you would need to have a high level of communication skills, model behavior to clients, and promote client-centered treatment.

Key Responsibilities :

The Agency

Community Counseling Center (CCC) - Your Behavioral Health + Wellness Resource - is a behavioral health organization that has been serving the public since 1974. We are an administrative agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health, and we are entrusted to provide a full array of comprehensive behavioral health services within our five county catchment area.

Our Mission is to provide and support personal growth, wellness, and improved quality of life through the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services to individuals and families residing in Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry, and Ste Genevieve counties in Missouri.

Our Vision is to create a diverse and inclusive behavioral healthcare system where individuals and families can readily access mental health and substance use services, feel welcome, accepted, and leave services with hope and improved quality of life.

Commitment to Inclusion

We believe that an inclusive workforce fuels innovation and enables us to better serve our diverse customer base. We actively seek out applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, religions, socio-economic backgrounds, etc. Through inclusive hiring practices, unbiased selection processes, and ongoing training, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Join us in building an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to best meet the needs of our clients and communities.

Our Benefits :

Note : Available benefits may change dependent upon employment status and number of hours worked.

24 Paid Days Off Your First Year

Seven Paid Holidays

Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance

Company Paid Life and LTD Insurance

Retirement Auto-Enrollment

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Employee Referral Program

Much More!

Community Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

CCC will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, etc., please contact to speak with us about your needs.