Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Missouri
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Missouri are concentrated in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where large behavioral health systems and community mental health centers maintain steady hiring at every level from entry-level technician to senior direct-support specialist. Employers like Compass Health Network, Burrell Behavioral Health, and BJC HealthCare account for a significant share of openings, particularly in crisis stabilization, substance use disorder support, and autism and developmental disability services. Demand holds strong year-round across inpatient psychiatric units, residential programs, and outpatient community settings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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MO-SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. LouisWorker Type:
RegularJob Summary:
Provides leadership and coordination of unit staffing while ensuring implementation of clinical objectives and quality patient care.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assigns, directs, educates and monitors nursing and support staff during assigned shift. Contributes to or performs performance evaluations of staff.
- Assesses daily patient care needs and develops and distributes patient care assignments, ensuring that population appropriate patient care is given.
- Collaborates with advanced practice providers to ensure quality outcomes.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
- Responds to complaints about patient care and manages through established channels.
- May provide input for hiring, training, directing, developing and evaluating staff.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
EXPERIENCE
- One year registered nurse experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional driving.
- Rare crawling and running.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Or
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
- Or
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
- Or
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
Department:
1200000128 BHS - Adult AcuteScheduled Weekly Hours:
36Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
It's more than a career, it's a calling.
MO-SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. LouisWorker Type:
RegularJob Summary:
Provides leadership and coordination of unit staffing while ensuring implementation of clinical objectives and quality patient care.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assigns, directs, educates and monitors nursing and support staff during assigned shift. Contributes to or performs performance evaluations of staff.
- Assesses daily patient care needs and develops and distributes patient care assignments, ensuring that population appropriate patient care is given.
- Collaborates with advanced practice providers to ensure quality outcomes.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
- Responds to complaints about patient care and manages through established channels.
- May provide input for hiring, training, directing, developing and evaluating staff.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
EXPERIENCE
- One year registered nurse experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
- Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional driving.
- Rare crawling and running.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
- Or
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
- Or
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State
- Or
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
Department:
1200000128 BHS - Adult AcuteScheduled Weekly Hours:
36Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Behavioral Health Technician Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Burrell Behavioral Health23
- Compass Health Network9
- SSM Health5
- BJC HealthCare5
- Central Ozarks Medical Center4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs across Missouri.
- High school diploma or GED recognized in Missouri required for most positions
- Current CPR and first aid certification required before start date
- Experience supporting individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities
- Ability to pass Missouri Family Care Safety Registry background screening
- Completion of Missouri Medication Administration Program training preferred for residential roles
- Valid Missouri driver's license and reliable transportation for community-based positions
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health technician in Missouri?
Most Missouri employers require a high school diploma or equivalent along with CPR certification, and many provide on-the-job training during a structured orientation period. Missouri does not issue a standalone state license for behavioral health technicians, but residential and community programs operated under the Missouri Department of Mental Health require staff to complete agency-specific competency training and pass the Missouri Family Care Safety Registry background check before working with clients.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Missouri?
Missouri behavioral health technician roles are posted by Burrell Behavioral Health, Compass Health Network, and SSM Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's extensive network of certified community behavioral health clinics and state-funded residential programs means openings are distributed across both major metros and smaller regional centers throughout the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most behavioral health technician jobs?
St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield lead Missouri in behavioral health technician openings. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the highest volume because both metros are home to large regional hospital systems, academic medical centers, and multi-site community mental health organizations that maintain continuous hiring pipelines, while Springfield supports steady demand as the anchor healthcare and human services hub for southwestern Missouri.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. About 28% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on and client-facing the role typically is. The portions of the work most likely to shift to a remote or hybrid format are telehealth-supported crisis line monitoring and certain care coordination or case management functions attached to larger behavioral health organizations.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health technician in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to residential programs and crisis stabilization units run by organizations like Compass Health Network or Burrell Behavioral Health, which regularly hire candidates without prior behavioral health experience and provide structured onboarding. Lateral moves from roles such as direct support professional, psychiatric aide, or residential counselor are commonly accepted. Completing a Certified Peer Specialist credential through Missouri's peer support training program adds a meaningful edge for applicants without clinical experience.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated in real time. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred region, and setting, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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