Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Entry Level

Matrix-Behavior-Solutions,-LLC-; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career advancement

W-2 employee with benefits

Paid training

RBT support

Tuition discounts

Paid time off

Full-time benefits

iPad with company-paid cellular plan

Job summary

Matrix Behavior Solutions in Lackawanna County is hiring Behavior Health Technicians (BHT) to provide individualized services to children in home, school, and community settings. You will help develop communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills under the guidance of a Behavioral Consultant.

We offer paid training, opportunities for RBT certification support, and tuition discounts. Both part-time and full-time roles are available with benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent plus the 40-hour RBT training, we provide it.
• Experience in fields such as paraprofessionals, daycare teachers, direct support professionals, camp counselors, youth workers, and psychology/education/social work students or new graduates

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment and behavior support plans.
• Teach meaningful skills that promote independence and growth.
• Collect accurate data and complete documentation promptly through the CentralReach platform.
• Participate in supervision, training, and team collaboration.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with families, schools, and colleagues.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 40-hour RBT training

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day!

Join Matrix Behavior Solutions as a Behavior Health Technician (BHT)

Build Skills. Inspire Growth. Change Lives.

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? Join Matrix Behavior Solutions, where your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. We're looking for compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) in LackawannaCounty!

No ABA experience? Start at $20.00 an hour, move to $23.00 when you finish ABA training, and never sit around waiting for hours!

As a locally owned organization operated by parents of children with autism, we understand the impact quality care can have and the importance of supporting the people who provide it.

WHY CHOOSE MATRIX?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $20–$23 per hour billable and non-billable hours paid including training and supervision!
• Career Advancement: More than 100 employee promotions since 2025! Grow from BHT to BHT-ABA to RBT and pursue BC-ABA or BCBA opportunities as you meet qualifications.
• W-2 Employee: with benefits and hours ready when you start!
• Paid Training: Receive paid training to prepare you for success.
• RBT Support: We support eligible team members pursuing RBT certification, including training and exam preparation.
• Free BCBA Supervision: Eligible employees can receive supervision toward BCBA fieldwork requirements.
• Tuition Discounts: Access tuition reduction programs through partnered universities.
• Paid Time Off: Part-time and full-time employees accrue PTO on billable and nonbillable hours, with increased accrual based on tenure.
• Full-Time Benefits: Full-time employees can access health, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid $50,000 life insurance, six paid holidays, and a 401(k).
• Supportive Team: Work alongside accessible clinical supervisors and dedicated staffing, authorization, and field operations teams.
• Tools for Success: Receive an iPad with a company-paid cellular plan for documentation and service delivery.

YOUR ROLE

As a BHT, you will provide individualized, one-on-one services to children and adolescents in home, school, and community settings. You will help learners develop communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills while implementing individualized treatment plans under the guidance of a Behavioral Consultant.

• Implement individualized treatment and behavior support plans.
• Teach meaningful skills that promote independence and growth.
• Collect accurate data and complete documentation promptly through the CentralReach platform.
• Participate in supervision, training, and team collaboration.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with families, schools, and colleagues.

SCHEDULE & OPPORTUNITIES

We have a dedicated staffing team to build your caseload! Our staffing team works with you to identify appropriate cases and build a consistent schedule.

You start only when at least 18 hours a week of cases are ready for you, and our Staffing team builds your schedule!

QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or equivalent plus the 40-hour RBT training, we provide it!

• Experience in the following fields: Paraprofessionals, daycare teachers, direct support professionals, camp counselors, youth workers, and psychology, education and social work students and new graduates

Your Experience Counts Here!

YOUR WORK MATTERS. YOUR GROWTH MATTERS.

At Matrix Behavior Solutions, you can build valuable skills, pursue professional development, and make a lasting impact. If you're compassionate, reliable, and ready to help children thrive, we'd love to meet you!