Mental Health Technician

Overview

Mental Health Technician role at Embark Behavioral Health. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team focused on reducing teen mental health challenges and making a lasting impact in the community. You’ll work with therapists, counselors, and mentors to support teens (ages 12–17) on their mental health and recovery journey, leading activities like art, music, games, and sports to help young people build confidence, connection, and coping skills through hands-on experiences.

3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058

$19 to $21.50

Wednesday to Saturday, 6:30AM - 4:30PM

• Make an impact by mentoring teens and fostering a safe, engaging, and structured therapeutic environment.
• Lead adolescents through daily routines, group activities, and the development of healthy coping strategies.
• Receive paid training in substance use recovery counseling and safe verbal de-escalation and physical intervention techniques to respond effectively to behavioral escalations.
• Document progress notes daily and communicate key updates to the Program Director.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure individualized care and to maintain a safe, supportive atmosphere.

• Age: 21+
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field preferred.
• Experience:
  
  1+ year working with adolescents in behavioral health, education, coaching, or mentorship preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  CPR and First Aid preferred (training provided).
• Physical Intervention:
  Willing and able to participate in physical interventions (e.g., therapeutic holds) when necessary, following safety and trauma-informed practices.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to stand for extended periods, walk and run short distances, respond quickly in crisis situations, and safely engage in physical interventions when necessary.
• Background Checks:
  Must pass pre-employment drug screening and federal/state background checks per Missouri law.

• Mastery Program opportunities for professional growth.
• Satisfaction of making a tangible difference in youth lives.
• Holistic family approach to sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
• Comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, voluntary life and AD&D, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience through workforce diversity.