Behavioral Health Technician - Paragon Behavioral Health

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC); Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Paragon Behavioral Health Services, part of the DTAC family, seeks dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support children, adolescents, and families in the Lancaster area. This is an in-person, full-time role based in Lancaster, PA, focusing on individualized treatment plans and helping clients develop healthy coping and social skills.

Join a growing organization committed to high-quality, person-centered care with strong team culture, onboarding, and ongoing supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with youth and families.
• Ability to follow structured treatment plans and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one behavioral health services to assigned clients
• Implement treatment goals outlined in the IT Plan
• Collect and document behavioral data and client progress
• Collaborate with supervisors and treatment team members
• Maintain accurate documentation for clinical and billing purposes
• Represent the organization professionally in all interactions

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Follow structured treatment plans

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Bachelor’s degree with 1+ year experience in children/adolescents

Associate’s degree or 60 college credits with 3+ years experience

Job description

Overview

Paragon Behavioral Health Services, part of the DTAC (Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers) family, is seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support children, adolescents, and families in the Lancaster area.

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Job Type: Full-Time (In-person)

Pay: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour

Overview

Paragon Behavioral Health Services, part of the DTAC (Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers) family, is seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support children, adolescents, and families in the Lancaster area.

We are a growing organization committed to high-quality, person-centered care, strong team culture, and meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve.

Why Join Paragon / DTAC

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Structured onboarding, training, and supervision
• Strong focus on employee engagement and early success
• Opportunity to work directly with youth and families
• Career growth within a growing behavioral health organization

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician provides one-on-one therapeutic services to children and adolescents in home and community-based settings. This role focuses on implementing individualized treatment plans, supporting behavioral goals, and helping clients develop positive coping and social skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one behavioral health services to assigned clients
• Implement treatment goals outlined in the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP)
• Collect and document behavioral data and client progress
• Model interventions and strategies for caregivers
• Support development of appropriate social, emotional, and behavioral skills
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for clinical and billing purposes
• Collaborate with supervisors, Behavior Consultants, and treatment team members
• Participate in required trainings and maintain compliance standards
• Represent the organization professionally in all interactions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow structured treatment plans and work independently

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field (Psychology, Social Work, Education, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in another field with at least 1 year of experience working with children or adolescents
• Associate’s degree or 60 college credits with 3+ years of relevant experience

Requirements

• Ability to obtain PA clearances (Criminal Background, FBI, Child Abuse)
• Completion of all required training prior to independent client work
• Commitment to compliance with state, federal, and organizational standards

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Work Location

This is an in-person position based in Lancaster, PA (17601). Candidates must be able to reliably commute.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DTAC and Paragon Behavioral Health Services are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace in accordance with all applicable laws.