Pediatric Behavioral Health Technician

Inspirekidsbh; Garfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

InspireKids is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support children in our structured, therapeutic program. You will work closely with the clinical team to reinforce treatment goals and promote positive behavioral, emotional, and social development.

Responsibilities include supervising children per individualized plans, maintaining a safe environment, participating in groups and skill-building activities, and documenting progress in the EHR while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Medicaid, OhioMHAS, Joint Commission, and agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to children in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment at all times.
• Support daily program activities, including therapeutic groups, skill-building activities, transitions, meals, and community outings as assigned.
• Reinforce treatment goals, behavior support plans, and therapeutic interventions identified by the clinical team.
• Assist children in developing coping skills, emotional regulation, social skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Utilize trauma-informed behavior management, de-escalation, and crisis intervention techniques to support positive outcomes and ensure safety.
• Monitor and communicate observations regarding child behavior, participation, progress, and significant concerns.
• Complete daily progress notes, behavioral observations, incident reports, attendance records, and other required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with agency, Medicaid, and regulatory requirements.
• Model appropriate social, emotional, and behavioral skills while building positive therapeutic relationships with children.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, caregivers, and other treatment team members to support continuity of care.
• Assist with family engagement, care coordination, and skill development activities as assigned.
• When qualified and assigned, provide billable behavioral health services in accordance with treatment plans, agency policies, and payer requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Medicaid, OhioMHAS, Joint Commission, and agency requirements.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, supervision, and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations and client care.

Job description

InspireKids is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support children in our structured, therapeutic program. You will work closely with the clinical team to reinforce treatment goals and promote positive behavioral, emotional, and social development.

Responsibilities include supervising children per individualized plans, maintaining a safe environment, participating in groups and skill-building activities, and documenting progress in the EHR while ensuring HIPAA compliance.