Job Description: Job Title: Shift Lead Location: Springfield, MO Department: Youth Residential Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary: Are you a compassionate leader who is passionate about helping youth build brighter futures? Join our dedicated Youth Residential team as a Shift Lead and make a meaningful impact every day. This position offers the opportunity to mentor and guide staff, support youth through their treatment journey, develop valuable leadership skills, work within a collaborative and mission-driven environment, and help create a safe, therapeutic community where young people can grow and thrive. We are seeking a dependable, organized, and caring professional who excels at communication, leadership, and relationship-building. The Shift Lead is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to Behavioral Health Technicians while supporting the daily operations of a residential treatment program. This role helps ensure a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for clients, facilitates programming and educational activities, assists with staff development and scheduling, and collaborates closely with the treatment team to support positive client outcomes. The Shift Lead position offers… · All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more · Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits · Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost · Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income · Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training · Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement · Leadership opportunities supervising and mentoring Behavioral Health Technicians · Meaningful work supporting youth in a residential treatment setting · Opportunities to facilitate groups, contribute to program development, and collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams Key Responsibilities: · Lead and provide guidance, coaching, and support to Behavioral Health Technicians during assigned shifts · Foster a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that promotes client growth and recovery · Monitor daily client activities and communicate relevant observations and behavioral concerns to the treatment team · Assist with staff training, orientation, and ongoing development of Behavioral Health Technicians · Facilitate educational, recreational, and therapeutic groups as assigned · Help coordinate staffing coverage and assist with scheduling needs · Prepare and organize educational materials and program resources · Support effective crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts in collaboration with program leadership · Ensure documentation is completed accurately and in accordance with regulatory and program standards · Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports and provide ongoing feedback · Perform direct care duties and support clients in meeting treatment goals · Complete additional duties and projects as assigned by program leadership Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Psychiatric Nursing, or a closely related field; OR · High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment history · Experience in Human Services or a related field preferred · For St. Louis County programs: Bachelor's degree or MAADC I/II credential required · Exceptions to listed qualifications may be approved by the appropriate Executive Team member Additional Qualifications: · Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to operate a company-owned vehicle · Must be at least twenty-three (23) years of age to operate a company-owned fifteen (15) passenger van · Valid driver's license in state of residence with an acceptable driving record required · Successful completion of criminal background, driving record, and abuse/neglect screenings required · Must obtain First Aid certification within three (3) months of employment and maintain certification thereafter · Must obtain CPR certification within three (3) months of employment and maintain certification thereafter · Must complete Behavioral Management training within thirty (30) days of employment or the first available class after start date · Must complete required ongoing annual and regulatory training requirements · Must demonstrate leadership abilities and the ability to mentor, coach, and support direct care staff · Ability to establish rapport with clients while maintaining professional boundaries · Strong multitasking, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills · Basic computer proficiency and ability to document within electronic medical records systems · For Residential Care Facility (RCF): Must attain Level 1 Med Aid (LIMA) and Insulin Certification within ninety (90) days of employment Physical Requirements · Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods throughout the workday · Ability to walk and climb stairs as needed · Frequent kneeling, crouching, bending, and stooping may be required · Ability to use hands and fingers for writing, typing, filing, and operating office equipment · Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone · Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis · Ability to maintain close visual focus and adjust focus as needed · For Residential Care Facility (RCF) programs, must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Brightli is on a Mission: At Brightli, our mission is to change and save lives through compassionate care, meaningful connections, and high-quality behavioral health services. Every team member plays an important role in helping individuals and families build healthier, more hopeful futures. If you are passionate about serving others, leading by example, and making a lasting difference in the lives of youth, we encourage you to apply and join our mission-driven team. 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 Employment Opportunity Employer. Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli 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 use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees

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