Awake Overnight Behavioral Technician – Crisis Respite

BrightPath LLC | Burnsville, MN

About This Role

BrightPath's crisis respite program provides short-term stabilization for adults with disabilities and complex behavioral/mental health needs. We're hiring an Awake Overnight Behavioral Technician for our 7-on/7-off rotation. This is an active overnight position—not a sleep shift.

Location: Burnsville, MN (Crisis Respite)
Shift: 11pm - 7am
Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off
Hours: 56 hours per pay period
Compensation: $21-27 hourly depending on relevant education and experience

What You'll Do

• Provide continuous overnight support to individuals with IDD and mental health needs during crisis stabilization
• Implement behavior support plans and de-escalation strategies
• Monitor client safety through active supervision (often 2:1 staffing)
• Document behaviors and interventions accurately
• Respond to crisis situations with calm, professional judgment
• Support rapid client transitions—crisis respite means new admissions and short stays

Qualifications (Minnesota 245D)

You must meet ONE of these pathways:

Education: Associate's degree or higher in behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, special education, or related field

Experience: 2+ years working with individuals with IDD/high behaviors or in behavioral health/psychiatric settings, PLUS 50 hours of human services training

Also Required:

• Valid MN driver's license with clean record
• Reliable transportation with current auto insurance
• Ability to pass DHS background check
• Willingness to implement Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (EUMR) when necessary

Benefits

• Medical: Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA) – choose your own plan
• Dental & Vision: Mutual of Omaha coverage
• 401(k): 3.5% company match (after 1 year)
• PTO: Accrues at 0.0615 hrs per hour worked (after 60 days)
• Paid Sick Time (ESST): 1 hour per 30 hours worked
• Paid Holidays: 7 per year
• Paid Training: 4-day orientation + on-site shadowing

Benefits eligibility: 30+ hours/week, coverage begins 1st of month after 60 days

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.