Behavioral Health Technician

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Phoenix, Buckeye (AZ, AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Weekly Supervision

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for Phoenix and surrounding communities.

This hourly, part-time role provides intensive, individualized mental health interventions to children and adolescents in home, school, and community settings. The position supports treatment plans as part of an interdisciplinary team, requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Human Services, at least 2 years of behavioral health experience or related certification, and willingness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Services.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in behavioral health services or related certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience using an EHR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible Schedule; Evenings and Weekend may be required.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver\'s license and current auto insurance.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized mental health interventions and support services in various community settings (e.g., in the home, at school, camps, daycares, etc.).
• Implement specific treatment goals as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Monitor and document behaviors and progress
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and adjust treatment plans.
• Flexible schedule, based around the availability of youth and families served.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Some knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Master's degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Positions covers Phoenix and surrounding communities.

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA classification: Non-Exempt

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. This is an hourly, part time position.

• Provide individualized mental health interventions and support services in various community settings (e.g., in the home, at school, camps, daycares, etc.)
• Implement specific treatment goals as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Monitor and document behaviors and progress
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and adjust treatment plans.
• Flexible schedule, based around the availability of youth and families served.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Services.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in behavioral health services or Behavioral Health Certification, Behavior Analysis Certification, or Certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience using an electronic health record (EHR)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible Schedule; Evenings and Weekend may be required
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, current auto insurance coverage is required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills is a plus.

Benefits Available:

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

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.

Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout community to homes and schools.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Strong Communication Skills

Intermediate

Basic Computer 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

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Masters or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer

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