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Mental Health Technician (CNA) – Days & NightsMake a Difference Every Day.Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a career where you can positively impact the lives of adolescents while working alongside an incredible team that truly makes a difference?Perimeter Behavioral Health is opening our newest residential treatment facility in Saint Robert, Missouri, and we're looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our team as Mental Health Technicians.Whether you're already working in behavioral health or looking to use your CNA skills in a rewarding new way, this is your opportunity to build a meaningful career while helping young people heal, grow, and thrive.Why Join Perimeter?Every day brings the opportunity to change a life.As a Mental Health Technician, you'll become a trusted mentor, role model, and advocate for adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment. You'll help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where youth can develop healthy coping skills, build confidence, and move toward recovery.No two days are ever the same, and every interaction has the power to make a lasting impact.What You'll DoAs a Mental Health Technician (CNA), you'll work directly with residents while partnering with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other clinical professionals to provide exceptional care.Daily ResponsibilitiesBuild positive, therapeutic relationships with adolescentsObserve, document, and report resident behaviors, moods, and physical conditionsAssist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, feeding, mobility, and personal careObtain vital signs and assist nursing staff with routine medical careEscort residents to meals, school, therapy groups, recreation, and appointmentsTeach and model healthy coping skills, communication, and daily living skillsMaintain a safe, clean, structured, and trauma-informed environmentUtilize verbal de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies (paid training provided)Assist with physical interventions only when necessary and according to facility trainingWork collaboratively with the multidisciplinary treatment team to support individualized care plansWhat We're Looking ForWe are seeking caring professionals who are dependable, patient, and passionate about helping others succeed.Required QualificationsActive Missouri Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificationHigh School Diploma or GEDMust be at least 21 years of ageAbility to lift, bend, stoop, and assist with resident care and interventionsPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience in behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, or social servicesExperience working with adolescentsBackground in psychology, nursing, human services, criminal justice, education, or social workScheduleWe offer consistent 12-hour shifts designed to provide work-life balance. (Not able to commit to Full time? Ask us about Part time or PRN opportunities!)Full-Time Opportunities AvailableDay Shift (12 Hours)Night Shift (12 Hours) – $1,000 Sign-On BonusBenefits & PerksWe invest in our employees because they invest in our residents.Benefits include:$1,000 Night Shift Sign-On BonusFlexible schedulingCompetitive PayMedical, Dental & Vision InsuranceCompany-Sponsored 401(k) with Employer MatchPaid Time OffOngoing Paid TrainingCareer Advancement OpportunitiesSupportive Leadership TeamCollaborative Multidisciplinary EnvironmentMeaningful work where you truly make a difference every dayWhy You'll Love Working HereAt Perimeter, you're not just filling a position—you become part of a mission.Every conversation, every interaction, and every act of compassion helps shape a brighter future for adolescents facing behavioral health challenges.Whether you're an experienced CNA or looking to grow your career in behavioral health, you'll receive the training, support, and opportunities needed to succeed.If you're passionate about helping others and want a career with purpose, we'd love to meet you.Apply today and become part of a team that's transforming lives—one child, one family, and one future at a time.LocationPerimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose121 Primrose LaneSaint Robert, MO 65584Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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saint robert, MO, 65584, US
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