Behavioral Health Technician

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at PAHrtners Deaf Services!  

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The Behavioral Health Technician should be caring and compassionate advocates to support individuals with Behavioral health needs in a home / community / school setting. With the ability to work as part of a team in implementing creative interventions outlined in the individual client’s treatment plan, to encourage individual growth to assist in increasing social skills, independent living skills and coping skill to improve overall positive relationships and behaviors across all settings.

Required Education/Experience:

Education

• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma and have completed a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List as evidenced by a certification that includes the name of the responsible trainer, who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA OR
• Certification as a Board-Certified Associate Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), or Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) OR
• Behavior health certification or behavior analysis certification OR Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the provision of behavioral health services.

Experience-

• Previous work experience must be on a paid, full-time basis working with children, youth, young adults, or adults.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver’s license

Job Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic behavioral interventions to clients in accordance with treatment plan in the client’s home, the community, and/or school setting. 

Adhere to client schedule and deliver appropriate authorized units of service prescribed as directed by supervisor.

Work collaboratively with other members of the treatment team.

Report the effectiveness of treatment protocols and treatment difficulties to supervisor and clinician.

Document treatment data/results on progress notes that are clinically appropriate and timely.

Complete Assessment and Assistance in accordance with Department of Human Services guidelines.

Record all cancellations/changes in scheduled session on IBHS Service Delay form.

Complete miscellaneous paperwork as directed by management.

Utilize safe crisis management techniques as deemed appropriate.

Perform all job responsibilities in a safe manner and adhere to safety practices and standards established by the company.

Adhere to the Exposure Control Plan and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the task being performed. 

Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with company policy and HIPAA Privacy Rule regulations.

Attend trainings, supervision sessions, and staff meetings as directed by supervisor and in accordance with company policy and program regulations.

Develops and maintains positive relationships with key stakeholders. Ensures stakeholder satisfaction with the company by maintaining proactive, responsive communication. 

Maintains regular, proactive communication with key stakeholder groups, and builds new relationships as needed to further the company’s mission and vision. 

Directs Communication with Management and Executives.  Establishes and maintains frequent and regular communication with Behavioral Consultant, administrative director and clinical director as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities