Adolescent Behavioral Health Technician (PHP/IOP)

Guidelighthealth; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

401(k) match

Licensing support

Job summary

Guidelight Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support adolescents in its PHP and IOP programs. The role involves facilitating groups, reinforcing treatment concepts, and helping maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu under licensed professionals.

You will collaborate with therapists, prescribers, nurses, and other team members to support client participation, observe needs, and document progress in line with program standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Previous experience working with adolescents in behavioral health or related settings.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and group facilitation skills.
• Ability to establish professional relationships with adolescents while maintaining boundaries.
• Calm, professional, and effective in challenging situations.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Guidelight-approved psychoeducational and skills-based groups.
• Deliver structured curriculum to reinforce treatment goals.
• Provide active supervision and support during transitions, meals, and non-group activities.
• Model healthy communication, emotional regulation, and boundaries.
• Observe and document client progress; communicate findings to licensed clinicians.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to program policies.

Skills

Group facilitation

Adolescent engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology/related field

Job description

Guidelight Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support adolescents in its PHP and IOP programs. The role involves facilitating groups, reinforcing treatment concepts, and helping maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu under licensed professionals.

You will collaborate with therapists, prescribers, nurses, and other team members to support client participation, observe needs, and document progress in line with program standards.