Youth Behavioral Health Tech — 1:1 Support (Part-Time)

Northern Children Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance & LTD/AD&D

401(k) with match

Paid leave & sick leave

EAP & legal services

Self-funded insurance options

Job summary

Northern Children’s Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support children, youth, and families in home, school, or community settings. This role focuses on one-to-one interventions, developing age-appropriate self-management skills, and collaborating with families and education teams.

Most cases are school-based with hours roughly 9–3, emphasizing trauma-informed care and coordinated treatment planning to prevent more restrictive placements.

Qualifications

• Behavioral Health certification is required or preferred.
• RBT 2026 Task List training is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience providing Behavioral Health services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular contact with treatment team members (schools, families, wraparound staff).
• Complete progress notes within 72 hours of service for billing accuracy.
• Plan and organize interventions to support social, emotional, and educational development.
• Provide direct behavioral health interventions to stabilize and support the child or adolescent.
• Represent the agency at interagency meetings and complete duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal/people skills

Education

High School Diploma + 40-hour RBT training (2026 Task List)

Behavioral Health certification

Job description

Northern Children’s Services is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support children, youth, and families in home, school, or community settings. This role focuses on one-to-one interventions, developing age-appropriate self-management skills, and collaborating with families and education teams.

Most cases are school-based with hours roughly 9–3, emphasizing trauma-informed care and coordinated treatment planning to prevent more restrictive placements.