ABA - Behavioral Health Technician - Lehigh County

Access Services, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate ABA Behavioral Health Technicians to join their Intensive Behavioral Health Services program. This role offers the chance to directly impact children's lives by implementing Applied Behavior Analysis techniques and providing one-on-one support. The position requires a commitment of approximately 20+ hours per week, primarily during after school hours, with opportunities for additional hours. Join a team dedicated to helping children overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives, while enjoying a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Mileage/Toll Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonuses

College Tuition Discounts

Paid Time Off

401k Program

Health, Vision, Rx, & Dental Insurances

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities or behavioral challenges.
• Completion of required training and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide support using approved interventions and maintain case notes.
• Attend supervision and case reviews regularly.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Crisis Management Techniques

Emotional Support

Positive Reinforcement

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

40 Hour Registered Behavior Technician Training

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Access Services is hiring caring and resilient ABA Behavioral Health Technicians to join our Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) program during after school hours in Allentown Area and the surrounding region.

IBHS provides therapeutic services to children (up to the age of 21) who are experiencing mental, emotional, or behavioral problems. The program serves clients in their homes, schools, and communities and is focused on collaborating with families to help children learn positive coping skills. Our vision is for all children to be able to lead fulfilling lives and function at optimal levels.

As a Behavioral Health Technician using Applied Behavior Analysis skills, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of children and families by implementing your ABA experience and providing one-on-one supports.

Work Schedule:

• Approx. 20+ hours per week, with opportunity to gain additional hours/cases over time.
• Days/times vary depending on available clients, but will be consistently available during after school hours.
• Work typically occurs on weekdays but can occur on weekends if BHT and family/child are both available.

Key Responsibilities of ABA Behavioral Health Technician:

• Provide supports as outlined in the individual’s plan of care utilizing approved interventions such as safe crisis management techniques, emotional support, positive reinforcement, etc.
• Maintain appropriate case notes for the client in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Attend weekly clinical supervision, regular case reviews, and staff meetings.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 1+ years of work in an official role supporting people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral or mental health challenges, or Autism (required).
• Completion of 40 Hour Registered Behavior Technician training (required)
• Valid driver's license with 2+ years of driving experience, reliable vehicle, and car insurance (required)
• No Driver’s License suspensions in the last 48 months. (required)

Compensation:

• Starting rate of $18-$22/hourly, with adjustments for education, professional certification/experience in the field, the counties in which you serve, and fluency in additional languages.

All employees receive the following benefits:

• Mileage/Toll Reimbursement, paid travel time between worksites.
• Employee Assistance Program (telehealth/in person).
• Referral Bonuses up to $750 per hire.
• College tuition discounts, Credit Union perks, retail discounts.

20 hours+ benefits include:

• Paid Time Off, Tuition reimbursement, 401k program.

30 hours+ benefits include:

• Health, Vision, Rx, & Dental insurances, HSA/FSA, 401k program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 20 days PTO (vacation/sick), 9 paid holidays.
• Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Catastrophic Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave.

Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.