Part Time Behavior Health Technician

Pennsylvania Counseling Services, Inc.; Lebanon (Lebanon County); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tablet for documentation

Company-provided supervision

In-house training tracks

Paid drive time and mileage

Job summary

Pennsylvania Counseling Services, Inc. is seeking part-time Behavioral Health Technicians to support children in home, school, and community settings under supervision. The role focuses on implementing individualized plans and building essential behavioral skills.

Starting as a BHT provides an entry point into the behavioral health field with opportunities for growth after gaining experience. A valid driver’s license and required clearances are required for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, sociology, education, criminal justice or similar human service field with no previous work experience required
• Valid driver's license and car insurance
• PA State Police Criminal History Check
• FBI Criminal Background Check completed through the Department of Human Services
• PA Childline Abuse History Clearance

Responsibilities

• Supporting children in managing challenging behaviors
• Helping children build social and problem-solving skills
• Reinforcing positive behaviors and parental strategies
• Assisting children with integration into group activities
• Collecting behavioral data to support treatment progress
• Assisting with de-escalation when needed

Skills

Behavior management

Child engagement

Observation & data collection

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in psychology/social work/counseling

Job description

Clinic Lebanon County Children's Services

Job Type Clinical

• Company provided tablet for electronic documentation
• Company paid clinical supervision
• Company paid In house training department with training tracks available for career development
• Paid time and mileage for drive time throughout the day

Requirements

• High School Diploma or a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, sociology, education, criminal justice or similar human service field with no previous work experience required
• Valid driver's license and car insurance
• PA State Police Criminal History Check
• FBI Criminal Background Check completed through the Department of Human Services
• PA Childline Abuse History Clearance

Description

Start ow | Great Opportunity for Career Starters & Grad Students

Are you interested in making a difference in children’s lives while building valuable experience in the human services field? We’re looking for part‑time Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to join our dedicated team! Starting as a BHT is a great entry point into the behavioral health field. After gaining one year of experience, you’ll become eligible for other growth opportunities within our organization.

As a BHT, you’ll work under the supervision of a Mobile Therapist or Behavioral Consultant to implement individualized treatment plans in the child’s home, school, and community settings. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children in managing challenging behaviors

• Helping children build social and problem‑solving skills

• Reinforcing positive behaviors and parental strategies

• Assisting children with integration into group activities

• Collecting behavioral data to support treatment progress

• Assisting with de‑escalation when needed

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday | 26 hours/week

• Sessions scheduled throughout the day: morning, afternoon, and late afternoon

• Flexibility required based on client needs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and value diversity in our workplace.

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Pay $20/billable hour

Degree Requirement High School Diploma / GED