At KVC, we want every child and adult to be safe & connected to a strong family and a healthy community. We’re proud to be a leader in innovative, effective and compassionate care. See our services and programs overview.
Purposeful Connection: Build Meaningful Careers at KVC Missouri
Are you passionate about helping others? At KVC Missouri, we’re looking for dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to join our team and make a lasting impact on children and adolescents. Whether you’re just starting your career or have experience in the field, KVC offers a supportive and rewarding environment where you can grow professionally while transforming lives. We are hiring in St. James, Springfield, Columbia and Kansas City campuses—join us and be part of something truly rewarding!
Joining our team gives you the opportunity to:
- Make a Lasting Impact – As a BHT, you’ll provide compassionate care to children and youth in a supportive, nurturing environment, helping them navigate their challenges and create a path to healing and growth.
- Grow and Thrive – KVC Missouri provides continuous opportunities for professional and personal development allowing our team members to further their careers in healthcare.
- Achieve Work-Life Balance – Many of our BHT roles offer flexible shift options, including evenings, overnights and weekends, allowing you to find the ideal shift that works with your personal schedule. While there’s flexibility to earn additional hours, it’s important to maintain punctuality and attend your assigned shift consistently to ensure smooth operations and support the team.
- Enjoy Exciting Variety – Every day brings fresh challenges and opportunities, keeping the role dynamic and engaging. With diverse patient interactions and team collaboration, no two days are the same, offering continuous growth and learning.
- Collaborate with a Passionate Team – Work alongside a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team to provide personalized, comprehensive care that makes a real difference in each child’s life.
- Receive Comprehensive Training – Our BHTs are trained in SCM, UKERU, and PBIS, with the opportunity to earn a certificate in RCYCP, ensuring you have the skills and support to make a meaningful impact.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and see how a career as a Behavioral Health Technician can not only transform the lives of those you support, but also have a meaningful impact on your own journey!
At KVC Missouri, our Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) bring a mix of essential skills and qualities that help them excel in their role. Here are five key attributes that set our BHTs apart:
1. Empathy and Compassion
2. Resilience
3. Flexibility and Adaptability
4. Commitment to Learning
5. Team Collaboration
If these qualities sound like you, we want to hear from you! Reach out and apply today to join our team and make a meaningful impact.
Make a Difference by Joining KVC Missouri
KVC Missouri is the state’s most comprehensive children’s mental health and family services provider. Our mission is to enrich and enhance the lives of children and families by providing medical and behavioral healthcare, social services and education. We believe in empowering our employees with the tools, training and support they need to succeed and make a real impact.
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Check Out Our Amazing Benefits (may vary by role)
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition Reimbursement (Up to $5,250 per year. To qualify, employees must have at least one year of tenure)
- Sign-on Bonuses – amounts may vary by location
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Employee assistance program (which includes free therapy for you and your family)
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- Generous paid time off for holidays, vacations and sick days
- Company-paid parental leave plan
- Retirement plan savings match with immediate company match
- AND MUCH MORE!
Our Culture: A Mission-Driven Workplace
At KVC Missouri, we foster a culture of teamwork, authenticity and compassion. Our employees are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of the children and families we serve. We prioritize staff wellbeing, professional development and a supportive work environment where everyone is valued and respected. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven organization that truly cares.
Work Wellbeing: KVC is in the Top 1% of Employers
Indeed developed the Work Wellbeing Score to identify and quantify the way organizations make team members feel. The score is based on how employees rate four key indicators: happiness, purpose, satisfaction and stress. KVC ranks high or above average in 14 of Indeed’s categories that contribute to work wellbeing and is outperforming its peers in child welfare and mental health, its peers in healthcare more broadly, and even most for-profit companies across all sectors. We truly care about our team members and create a culture of engagement. Learn more about KVC’s Work Wellbeing score today!
