Mental / Behavioral Health Technician – Pediatrics

Full-Time | Part-Time | PRN

Make a meaningful impact every day by supporting individuals with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will provide hands-on care, therapeutic support, and crisis intervention under the supervision of licensed clinicians in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Technician supports patients by assisting with daily living activities and implementing therapeutic interventions designed to promote safety, independence, and emotional well-being. This role is both physically and emotionally demanding and best suited for resilient, compassionate individuals committed to patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

Assist with hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
Monitor, observe, and document patient behavior and overall well-being

Behavioral & Therapeutic Support

Implement individualized treatment plans
Support patients in developing coping and life skills

Crisis Intervention & Safety

Respond to behavioral crises and de-escalate situations
Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate, confidential documentation
Adhere to HIPAA, safety protocols, and organizational policies

Collaboration & Education

Work closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Participate in treatment planning and team meetings
Educate patients and families; assist with group therapy and workshops

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma required
Associate degree or higher in a related field preferred

Experience

Prior behavioral or mental health experience preferred

Certifications

CPR/First Aid required
CBHT or similar certifications are a plus

Skills & Competencies

Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills
Crisis intervention abilities and emotional resilience
Mindfulness, empathy, self-regulation, social awareness, and emotional agility

Physical & Training Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, and crawl
Regularly lift up to 10 lbs, frequently up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 75 lbs
Remain vigilant, attentive, and wakeful throughout all shifts
Successfully complete at least three consecutive days of safety hold training
Patients may present unsafe behaviors, limited coping skills, and limited ability to perform activities of daily living

Working Conditions

Clinical, residential, or community-based settings
Exposure to challenging behaviors
Flexible scheduling including weekends and holidays

Pay & Differentials

Starting pay: $17.00/hour
Earning potential up to $25.50/hour based on education, experience, and shift

Shift Differentials

Weekday evenings: +$3.00/hour
Overnight shifts: +$2.00/hour
Weekend shifts (Friday 7:00pm – Monday 7:00am): +$2.00/hour

Available Shifts

Day Shift: 7:00am – 3:30pm
Weekday Evening: 3:00pm – 11:30pm

If you’re passionate about mental and behavioral health and ready to make a difference in the lives of others, this role offers purpose, growth, and competitive earning potential.

At KVC Health Systems, our 2,800 caring team members work every day to strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help both children and adults achieve mental wellness. We all need connection! And at KVC, our employees are our greatest asset and strength, helping the people we serve experience the power of connection to themselves, their family and friends, and to professionals who can help them thrive. We're working toward a bold vision: a world in which every person is SAFE and CONNECTED to a strong family and a healthy community. No more child abuse and neglect. No more untreated mental illness or addiction. Parents no longer pass down the cycles of violence, substance use or trauma that they experienced as children. Instead, families have the skills and supportive connections they need to thrive. Every individual has unlimited possibilities and can reach their full potential. This is why the KVC team comes to work every day, providing family strengthening services, mental and behavioral healthcare, foster care, adoption and inpatient children’s mental health treatment. People are facing serious challenges, and community needs are greater than ever. Will you join us? Since 1970, KVC has grown from a single home for at-risk children to a national organization serving over 80,000 children and families each year in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Kentucky and West Virginia. KVC also provides training and consultation around the world. We're a family of private, nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations committed to enriching and enhancing the lives of children and families. Learn more at www.kvc.org.

Mental/Behavioral Health Technician Peds