NWCS/ Optimistic Beginnings- Behavioral Technician - Marshall, United States - Saint Louis County Clerks Office

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Optimistic Beginnings- Behavioral Technician

Twice-a-Month Salary: $1, an hour)

NWCS is currently recruiting to fill several Behavioral Technician positions to work in their Optimistic Beginnings unit located in Marshall, Missouri. This is entry-level position providing direct care to clients including observations, treatment, and monitoring.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license, high school diploma or GED, and pass an extensive criminal background check. Visit this website for disqualification information,

Job Duties: Observes, reports, and assists in recording changes in the physical condition, behavioral response, and emotional status of clients; assists in providing basic health care for clients; checks vital signs, and applies simple dressings; maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities; may administer medication after completing training that is provided by the agency; uses state vehicles to transport clients to appointments and activities; assists clients in participating in activities (shopping, going for car rides, out to eat, etc.) with the clients; assists clients with meals, bathing, grooming, etc. as needed.

Northwest Community Services is a State of Missouri agency that operates under the Department of Mental Health. The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefit package for benefit eligible employees which includes: 3 weeks of vacation time and 3 weeks of sick time per year, as well as 14 paid holidays, insurance and much more

For more information call or visit our Marshall Office located at 1547 W Commerce Drive, Marshall, MO.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer