Behavioral Health Technician (BHT- School Based)

Career Connections Recruiting; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Connections Recruiting seeks a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to support students with autism in a Hershey-area school. You will work daytime hours, provide direct classroom support, and implement behavior plans using ABA strategies, contributing to communication and social development.

This full-time role offers training, supervision, and collaboration with teachers and the school team. A high school diploma is required; prior ABA experience is not needed as training is provided,

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience with children preferred (not required).
• Interest in education, psychology, behavioral health, or human services.
• Patient, structured, and team-oriented.
• Ability to pass background checks and clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct classroom support to students.
• Implement behavior plans and IEP goals.
• Track and document student progress.
• Support communication, social, and behavioral development.
• Collaborate with teachers, Behavior Consultants, and school staff.
• Participate in ongoing supervision and training.

Skills

Experience with children

Interest in education/psychology

Patient & team-oriented

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Work Location: Hershey, PA (15 minutes from Harrisburg at a state of the art campus)

Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Paid school breaks + Fridays off in summer

$37,280 salary + full benefits

Promotional opportunities available

Make a meaningful impact every school day while helping students with autism build communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills in a supportive educational environment. This full-time, school-based position offers predictable daytime hours, extensive training, and the opportunity to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to student growth and success.

Why This Role Stands Out

• $37,280 annual salary
• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Paid Fridays off during summer (when applicable)
• Year-round stability
• Structured, classroom-based environment
• Ongoing supervision and training
• Supportive clinical and educational team

If you’re looking for meaningful work supporting students with autism — without unpredictable hours or burnout — this is a strong opportunity.

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) works directly with students with autism in a school-based setting. You’ll support behavior, communication, and social skill development using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct classroom support to students
• Implement behavior plans and IEP goals
• Track and document student progress
• Support communication, social, and behavioral developmentCollaborate with teachers, Behavior Consultants, and school staff
• Participate in ongoing supervision and training

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Experience with children preferred (not required)
• Interest in education, psychology, behavioral health, or human services
• Patient, structured, and team-oriented
• Ability to pass required background checks and clearances

No prior ABA experience required — training provided

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.