Job Description:

Job Title: Adult Residential Specialist

Location: Columbia, MO

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: Flexible, based on client needs

Job Overview:

The Adult Residential Specialist position is responsible for providing direct and supportive care to clients/patients. In this role, you will oversee daily activities, monitor health (including vital signs), intervene/respond to crises, and communicate with the established treatment team. You will also facilitate group education and structured activities and transport clients/patients as needed while maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

For Residential Facility and Withdrawal Management:

Admit, supervise, monitor, transfer, and discharge clients/patients.Ensure monitoring of vital signs and withdrawal symptoms; determine the need for escalation to medical intervention.Obtain and record vital signs and relevant medical symptoms per policy.Oversee medication administration according to policy and trained permissions.Maintain accurate records of client medications and document self-administration.Monitor client self-administration of OTC medications and maintain their inventory.Document blood glucose levels and maintain agency-approved equipment.Report medication errors and discrepancies as per agency policy.Screen and monitor clients/patients for withdrawal symptoms to ensure safety.Facilitate supervision checks per established policies.

For All Locations:

Encourage adherence to program expectations and communicate behavior concerns to the treatment team.Participate actively in treatment team discussions identifying client strengths and needs.Document exceptional behaviors or areas of concern in client records.Assist in the admission and orientation process regarding client rights and rules.Operate the telephone system and respond to crisis calls as necessary.Foster adaptive behavior in clients by encouraging positive interactions and role-modeling.

Education and Experience:

High School education or equivalent with two (2) years of responsible employmentExperience in Human Services or a related field preferredExceptions to the qualifications may be made by the appropriate Executive Team member.St. Louis County Programs: Bachelor’s Degree, OR MAADC I or II

Supervisory Requirements: None

Employment Requirements:

Successful completion of background checks including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.Completion of New Hire Orientation and all training requirements, including Relias, annually.First Aid and CPR certifications within three (3) months of employment and upon renewal.Behavioral Management training within thirty (30) days of employment.Valid driver's license in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible amounts frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, including the human body.Jobs may involve walking or standing for brief periods.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.





Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.





Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.