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Behavioral Technician – Adolescent Foster Care
Location: Brooklyn Park
Schedule: Full-time, Part-time; evenings, weekends, and rotating on-call required
Reports to: Designated Coordinator
Pay: $25-$34 per hour
About The Role
BrightPath is seeking a skilled and resilient Behavior Technician to support adolescents in a licensed corporate foster care setting. Youth served may have developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, trauma histories, and high-risk behaviors.
This role requires structure, consistency, strong boundaries, and the ability to implement individualized behavior and support plans within a 24-hour shift-staff model.
Key Responsibilities
BrightPath is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide a positive and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
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Location: Brooklyn Park
Schedule: Full-time, Part-time; evenings, weekends, and rotating on-call required
Reports to: Designated Coordinator
Pay: $25-$34 per hour
About The Role
BrightPath is seeking a skilled and resilient Behavior Technician to support adolescents in a licensed corporate foster care setting. Youth served may have developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, trauma histories, and high-risk behaviors.
This role requires structure, consistency, strong boundaries, and the ability to implement individualized behavior and support plans within a 24-hour shift-staff model.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement Individualized Support Plans, Behavior Support Plans, and safety protocols
- Provide trauma-informed, person-centered care in alignment with 245D standards
- Support youth with ADLs, emotional regulation, skill development, and community integration
- Utilize de-escalation strategies and approved crisis intervention techniques
- Document services, incidents, and progress notes accurately and timely
- Collaborate with guardians, case managers, therapists, and internal clinical team
- Participate in required trainings including CPI and Positive Supports Rule
- Minimum 2 years of direct experience supporting individuals with behavioral or mental health needs OR
- Associate’s degree in behavioral science, psychology, social work, human services, or related field
- Experience working with adolescents preferred within foster care, residential, or mental health settings
- Ability to safely respond to behavioral crises
- Strong documentation skills
- Ability to pass DHS background study
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- 4 years of direct experience supporting youth with high behavioral acuity OR
- Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, psychology, social work, or related field
- Experience implementing Behavior Support Plans, IEP-aligned strategies, or trauma-informed models
- Knowledge of MN 245D regulations and service recipient rights
- Experience collaborating with county case managers and guardians
- Calm under pressure and emotionally regulated
- Strong team communicator
- Committed to youth dignity and long-term stability
- Growth-oriented and open to feedback
- Structured onboarding and annual 245D training
- CPI certification
- Clinical oversight and layered supervision model
- Clear pathways for advancement
BrightPath is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide a positive and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
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Salary : $25 - $34