Behavioral Health Technician

Youth-Advocate-Programs,-Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide intensive behavioral health interventions in community settings for children and adolescents with psychiatric diagnoses.

The BHT works under supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional as part of an interdisciplinary team to implement treatment goals and sound clinical interventions. The position offers up to 40 hours per week with non-traditional hours, travel to homes and schools, and a chance to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and ability to complete 40+ hours of training.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing behavioral health services.
• Behavioral Health Certification or Behavior Analysis Certification from an accredited organization.
• Certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT).
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus.
• Strong Verbal and Written communication skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual Spanish

Microsoft Office

EHR experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's degree or better

Job description

Summary of the Position: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a non-traditional way of providing intense individualized mental health interventions and support services in a variety of community-based settings to children/adolescents with psychiatric diagnoses and their families.

• These settings include, but are not limited to home, school, community settings (camp, daycare, etc.).
• The BHT is supervised by a Qualified Mental Health Professional, participates as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team, and implements specific treatment goals.
• Their goal is to implement sound clinical interventions and supportive services to enable children/adolescents to maintain and function to the best of their ability in the least restrictive setting.

Flexible Schedule - up to 40 hours per week; non-traditional hours.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Must meet one of the following:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and ability to completed 40+ hours of training
• Minimum of 2 years of experience of provision of behavioral health services
• Behavioral Health Certification or Behavior Analysis Certification from accredited organization
• Certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus.
• Strong Verbal and Written communication skills
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance required.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Competitive Pay
• Flexible Schedule

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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Travel Required

Yes. Possibility for travel throughout community to homes and schools.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Basic Computer Skills

Some Knowledge

Strong Communication Skills

Intermediate

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

Reg. Behavioral Tech

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