Entry Level Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Competitive Pay

Ability Builders Consulting Co.; Allentown, Northampton Township (Lehigh County, Bucks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in behavioral health services is urgently hiring a Behavioral Health Technician. The role involves organizing data collection, supporting clinical activities, and providing direct client care. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children with Autism and possess strong interpersonal skills. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of clients while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of direct service experience with children with Autism.
• Experience in reputable clinics, homes, or schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and record data on observable client behavior.
• Assist lead therapist with data analysis and summarizing.
• Provide direct client care following behavioral protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Patience

Education

High School Diploma

60 college credits

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Urgently Hiring!

Job Description

In accordance with the needs of the populations served by ABA Support Services LLC, the Behavioral Health Technician/Direct Therapist will organize and maintain data collection and analysis systems, assist with behavioral assessments and program implementation, support clinical activities and staff/parent training, and assume lead therapist duties during absences.

Note: Key features are outlined below but may change at the discretion of ABA Support Services and management. This description covers essential functions but is not exhaustive.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Collect and record data on observable client behavior.
2. Assist lead therapist with data analysis, graphing, and summarizing.
3. Write progress notes, update programs, create session materials, and maintain documentation.
4. Participate actively in implementing baseline, treatment, parent training, and generalization sessions.
5. Prepare and clean up session-related activities and materials.
6. Assist with protocol dissemination, reviews, and staff/parent training.
7. Use safe handling and management procedures when working with clients.
8. Provide direct client care following behavioral protocols, in one-on-one or group settings.
9. Take on lead therapist responsibilities in their absence.
10. Shadow or co-treat for 2-4 hours weekly.
11. Report parent concerns to the lead therapist.
12. Report suspected child abuse within 24 hours.

Requirements

1. Own transportation and proof of registration and insurance.
2. Check email daily.

Physical Requirements

1. Assume various postures for extended periods.
2. Follow clients promptly and pivot quickly.
3. Lift, carry, and restrain clients as needed.
4. Communicate effectively with clients, parents, and staff.
5. Have visual acuity to assess work quality.
6. Travel between locations.
7. Be supervised for at least 5% of billable hours weekly.
8. Work at a computer for extended periods.

Reporting Relationships

1. Report to the Supervising Behavior Analyst, HR, and Office Manager as appropriate.
2. No direct supervisees.

Qualifications

1. Experience in reputable clinics, homes, or schools preferred.
2. At least 1 year of direct service experience with children with Autism.
3. Willingness to learn behavioral applications across environments.
4. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
5. Ability to work independently and in teams, with flexibility and patience.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 60 college credits or higher in relevant fields preferred.

Experience

Experience with behavioral services for children with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Related Training

1. Maintain current CPR, seizure, child abuse, crisis management training, and RBT certification.
2. Complete IBHS and BACB RBT requirements within specified timelines.
3. Basic computer skills required.