Awake Overnight Behavioral Technician – Crisis Respite
About the role
BrightPath is hiring a Behavior Technician to support vulnerable adults in a 24-hour community residential setting. Individuals served may have serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI), developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, or co-occurring behavioral and medical needs.
This role requires maturity, consistency, and the ability to implement structured behavioral supports while ensuring safety and dignity.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centered services in accordance with Coordinated Service and Support Plans
- Implement Positive Support Strategies and approved interventions
- Provide medication support consistent with MN Statute 245D.05
- Assist with ADLs, money management, health coordination, and community access
- Complete required documentation (progress notes, incident reports, GERs)
- Participate in daily team huddles and interdisciplinary meetings
- Maintain safety in high-acuity environments (2:1 staffing when required)
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience providing direct support to adults with disabilities, mental health conditions, or behavioral challenges
- OR Associate’s degree in behavioral science, psychology, social work, human services, or related field
- Experience supporting individuals with interfering behaviors or psychiatric symptoms
- Able to follow structured behavior and safety protocols
- Valid driver’s license
- Able to pass DHS background study
Preferred Qualifications
- 4 years of direct support experience in residential, crisis respite, or waiver-funded settings
- OR Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, psychology, social work, or related field
- Experience with 245D documentation and licensing standards
- Experience with Positive Supports Rule and emergency manual restraint protocols
- Familiarity with EHR documentation systems
- Experience working with guardians and interdisciplinary teams
What Sets You Apart
- Resilient and emotionally steady
- Respectful of client rights and autonomy
- Strong situational awareness
- Committed to compliance and documentation quality
What BrightPath Provides
- 245D-compliant training and annual recertification
- CPI certification
- Ongoing supervision and performance coaching
- Advancement opportunities into Lead, DC, or Clinical roles
About BrightPath
BrightPath provides residential and community-based services for individuals with disabilities throughout the Twin Cities. Our mission: Enabling the freedom to pursue joy.
About BrightPath
BrightPath is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide a positive and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.