Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - IBHS ABA Program

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Paragon Behavioral Health, a Division of DTAC, is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support ABA services for children and adolescents in Wyomissing, PA.

This in-person, full-time role provides leadership to BHTs, mentors staff, and helps implement treatment goals within our IBHS program, ensuring engaging, therapeutic sessions and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) certification or credential.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in behavioral health.
• Experience in behavioral health, human services, or related fields.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct one-to-one behavioral health services to assigned clients.
• Lead and facilitate group activities and therapeutic programming.
• Support Behavioral Health Technicians during clinic and group sessions.
• Assist with implementation of individualized treatment goals.
• Prepare engaging activities to support skill development and progress.
• Document client progress and ensure program compliance.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support positive outcomes.

Skills

BHT Current

Experience with children & adolescents

Behavioral health experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Location: Wyomissing, Pennsylvania
Company: Paragon Behavioral Health, a Division of DTAC
Job Type: Full-Time (In-Person)
Pay: $23.50 - $27.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday; clinic hours based on program needs

Overview

Paragon Behavioral Health, a Division of DTAC, is seeking a dedicated Lead Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support children and adolescents receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services through our IBHS program in Wyomissing, PA.

This position combines direct client support with leadership responsibilities, providing guidance and mentorship to Behavioral Health Technicians while helping ensure high-quality service delivery and positive client outcomes. The Lead BHT plays a key role in supporting treatment goals, promoting engagement during clinic sessions, and assisting with program operations.

Why Join Paragon Behavioral Health?

• Opportunity to take on a leadership role within a growing ABA program
• Meaningful work supporting children and families
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Professional growth and career development opportunities
• Hands-on experience in behavioral health and ABA services
• Opportunity to mentor and support fellow Behavioral Health Technicians

Position Summary

The Lead Behavioral Health Technician provides direct behavioral health services to children and adolescents while supporting fellow BHTs during clinic and group-based services. This role assists with implementing treatment goals, leading group activities, modeling interventions, and helping maintain a structured and therapeutic environment.

The Lead BHT works closely with supervisors and clinical staff to support quality care and ensure clients remain engaged in treatment programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct one-to-one behavioral health services to assigned clients
• Lead and facilitate group activities and therapeutic programming
• Support Behavioral Health Technicians during clinic and group sessions
• Assist with implementation of individualized treatment goals
• Prepare engaging activities that support skill development and treatment progress
• Help ensure client goals are being addressed when clinical staff are not directly present
• Model effective intervention strategies and behavioral techniques for team members
• Coach and support BHT staff regarding treatment plan implementation
• Communicate client progress and programming needs with supervisors
• Maintain professional documentation and program compliance requirements
• Collaborate with clinical and program staff to support positive treatment outcomes

Qualifications

Required

• Current Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
• Experience working with children and adolescents
• Experience in behavioral health, human services, education, or a related field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Preferred

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential
• Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Experience leading groups or mentoring colleagues
• Prior leadership experience within a behavioral health setting

Requirements

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Demonstrated professionalism and responsiveness
• Ability to implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions independently
• Commitment to ethical and professional standards
• Ability to work effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Required Clearances

• Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
• OIG/Medicare/Medicaid Exclusion Verification
• Social Media Background Check

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Supportive Team Environment

Work Location

This is an in-person position based in Wyomissing, PA.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers and Paragon Behavioral Health are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining an inclusive workplace in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.