What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Ponessa Behavioral Health?
Starting at $20.00/Hour | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Locations: Lancaster, Lebanon, York, Dauphin, Chester, Cumberland, and Perry Counties, PA
Are you passionate about helping children and adolescents succeed? Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a positive impact every day? Ponessa Behavioral Health is hiring Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to join our growing team throughout South Central Pennsylvania!
Whether you are beginning your career or have previous experience in education, childcare, psychology, or human services, we encourage you to explore this rewarding opportunity.
A bachelor's degree is NOT required! Qualified applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent are encouraged to apply.
We recognize the important work our BHTs do and are committed to providing opportunities for professional growth and development.
What We Offer:
- Starting pay of $20.00 per hour
- Paid training
- Paid drive time for eligible work-related travel
- Paid progress note/documentation time
- Full-time and part-time employment opportunities
- Ongoing clinical supervision and professional support
- Opportunities to gain valuable experience in behavioral health
- A collaborative, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and career development
- Healthcare benefits and paid time off for eligible full-time employees
As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will provide individualized, direct behavioral health support to children and adolescents receiving Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS).
BHTs work under the supervision of qualified clinical professionals to implement individualized treatment plans and help children develop essential behavioral, emotional, social, and daily living skills.
Services may be provided in homes, schools, and community settings.
Your work will play an important role in helping children achieve their treatment goals and supporting families in their communities.
- Provide direct, individualized behavioral health support to children and adolescents.
- Implement treatment plans and behavioral interventions under clinical supervision.
- Assist consumers in developing coping, communication, and social kills.
- Promote positive behaviors and support progress toward individualized treatment goals.
- Observe, monitor, and document consumer progress.
- Collaborate with clinical supervisors, families, educators, and other members of the treatment team.
- Participate in required training, supervision, and professional development.
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Maintain professional boundaries and comply with confidentiality, ethical, and regulatory requirements.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to meet applicable Pennsylvania IBHS Behavioral Health Technician qualification requirements, including any required training or experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Dependability, professionalism, and a genuine interest in helping children and families.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a clinical treatment team.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required background checks and clearances.
Preferred, But Not Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Human Services, or a related field.
- Previous experience working with children or adolescents.
- Experience in behavioral health, childcare, education, or human services.
- Familiarity with behavioral interventions, positive behavior support, or Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Ponessa Behavioral Health is an established provider of comprehensive mental health and behavioral health services throughout South Central Pennsylvania. Our multidisciplinary team provides outpatient mental health therapy, substance use disorder treatment, psychiatric services, Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS), school-based therapy, and partial hospitalization programming. We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, individualized care while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for our employees.
If you are compassionate, dependable, and motivated to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you!
Start a rewarding career with Ponessa Behavioral Health today!
Learn more about our organization at www.ponessa.com.
Ponessa Ponessa Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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