Adolescent Behavioral Health Technician - Growth & Impact

IMPOWER, Inc; Florida; Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

PTO and sick time

EAP

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Critical Illness

Accident Insurance

Student Forgiveness Programs

Job summary

IMPOWER seeks compassionate Behavioral Health Technicians to support adolescents in a residential program. You will help youth build skills, maintain a safe environment, and reinforce healthy routines.

Responsibilities include supervising youth activities, monitoring behavior, and documenting progress while adhering to HIPAA and program procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with adolescents or behavioral health preferred.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Capable of maintaining professional boundaries and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to youth during daily routines and activities.
• Monitor behavior and the residential environment to ensure safety.
• Build positive relationships while reinforcing healthy boundaries and coping skills.
• Help youth develop independent living, social, and daily living skills.
• Transport youth to appointments and community activities using company vehicles.
• Assist with medication observation and documentation per procedures.
• Respond to behavioral or crisis situations using de-escalation techniques.
• Complete progress notes, incident reports, and other required records.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Experience with adolescents

Residential program experience

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Location: Winter Springs, FL

Employment Status: Full-Time & Part-Time / Non-Exempt

Shifts: Day / Evening / Overnight / Weekends

Pay: $ 16.50 per hour, ($34,320.00annually) with higher compensation based on experience and education.

Shift Differential: Additional $1.00/hour for eligible shifts.

About the Position

IMPOWER is seeking compassionate and dependable Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to join our residential substance use treatment program serving adolescents. BHTs play an important role in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment while helping youth develop healthy routines, life skills, positive relationships, and greater independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to youth throughout daily routines, meals, chores, groups, recreational activities, community outings, and other program activities.
• Monitor behavior, interactions, and the residential environment to support safety and well-being.
• Build positive, professional relationships with youth while reinforcing healthy boundaries, coping skills, and appropriate behaviors.
• Support youth in developing independent living, social, and daily life skills.
• Transport youth to appointments, court appearances, community outings, and other approved activities using company vehicles.
• Assist with medication observation and documentation in accordance with program procedures and training.
• Respond to behavioral or crisis situations using approved de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Complete timely and accurate progress notes, incident reports, safety documentation, and other required records.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA and IMPOWER policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Experience working with adolescents, behavioral health, substance use treatment, residential programs, or related services preferred.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and supportive in challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous PTO & Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Coverage including:
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Student Forgiveness Programs

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include Level II background screening, local law enforcement checks, drug screening, verification of education and credentials, and E-Verify and drug screening.

A valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) are required as applicable to the position.

Join Our Team

If you are interested in making a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve, we encourage you to apply and join the IMPOWER team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

IMPOWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

IMPOWER provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants who require an accommodation during the application or hiring process, in accordance with applicable law.

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