Behavioral and Mental Health Technician

Child and Family Focus Inc.; Jenkintown (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plans with company match and/ or%

Agency-paid training opportunities

Access to agency clinical resources

Job summary

Child and Family Focus Inc. is seeking a part-time Behavior Health Technician (BHT) to join the Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) team.

The role supports children, youth, or young adults with mental health or behavioral needs, and requires travel within Montgomery County, PA to meet with families. Responsibilities include 1-to-1 support, skill development, behavior management, and collaboration with a Behavioral Consultant (BC).

Qualifications

• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Current Child Abuse, Criminal Record Check, and Department of Human Services clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-to-1 support to the child, parent, and/or caregiver to address the therapeutic needs of the child, youth, or young adult using behavioral interventions and strategies as instructed by a Behavioral Consultant (BC) in the home, school, and community settings.
• Support problem-solving and skill development of the child, youth, or young adult.
• Instruct children on how to understand, direct, interpret, manage, and control feelings and emotional responses to situations.
• Support the development of improved decision-making skills to manage behavior.
• Assist with the development of social skills and socially acceptable behaviors.
• Instruct on stress reduction techniques.
• Fulfill client prescriptions as outlined within the monthly prescription.
• Overlap with the BC at least 2 times/month and consult with the BC weekly.
• Submit necessary proof of service delivery and billing documentation within the required timeframe.
• Document case activity using an EMR system within the required timeframe.
• Participate in bi-weekly supervision.
• Useand implementthe 5 core values of Trauma-Informed Care in all work practices - Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, & Empowerment.

Skills

1-to-1 support

Communication

Documentation

Trauma-informed care

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Child and Family Focus is looking for a part-time, qualified, and passionate Behavior Health Technician (BHT) to join our Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) team. IBHS, formally known as BHRS,provides interventions and supports for children, youth, or young adults under the age of 21 with mental health, emotional, or behavioral needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide 1-to-1 support to the child, parent, and/or caregiver to address the therapeutic needs of the child, youth, or young adult using behavioral interventions and strategies as instructed by a Behavioral Consultant (BC) in the home, school, and community settings.
• Support problem-solving and skill development of the child, youth, or young adult.
• Instruct children on how to understand, direct, interpret, manage, and control feelings and emotional responses to situations.
• Support the development of improved decision-making skills to manage behavior.
• Assist with the development of social skills and socially acceptable behaviors.
• Instruct on stress reduction techniques.
• Fulfill client prescriptions as outlined within the monthly prescription.
• Overlap with the BC at least 2 times/month and consult with the BC weekly.
• Submit necessary proof of service delivery and billing documentation within the required timeframe.
• Document case activity using an EMR system within the required timeframe.
• Participate in bi-weekly supervision.
• Useand implementthe 5 core values of Trauma-Informed Care in all work practices - Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, & Empowerment.

Qualifying Criteria for Behavior Health Technician:

• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma.
• Current Child Abuse, Criminal Record Check, and Department of Human Services clearances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the provision of behavioral health services.
• Have a certification as a BCaBA.
• Have a certification as an RBT.
• Have a certification as a BCAT.
• Have a behavior health certification or behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute.

Compensation and Benefits and Perks:

• Part time hours: 10-20 hours a week
• Competitive starting hourly range of $16.50-17.00
• 401K plans with company match and profit share
• Agency-paid training opportunities annually paid
• Access to agency clinical resources and tools for sessions

Child and Family Focus is an equal opportunity and drug free employer.We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Are you available to dedicate (at a minimum) 10 hours a week providing clinical support to youth and families?* Yes No

Are you able to work during daytime/school hours?* Yes No

This position requires travel within Montgomery County PA to meet with children and families. Please identify the region/areas that you are willing to work.*