What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a non-traditional way of providing intense individualized mental health interventions and support services in a variety of community-based settings to children/adolescents with psychiatric diagnoses and their families.
- These settings include, but are not limited to home, school, community settings (camp, daycare, etc.).
- The BHT is supervised by a Qualified Mental Health Professional, participates as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team and implements specific treatment goals.
- Their goal is to implement sound clinical interventions and supportive services to enable children/adolescents to maintain and function to the best of their ability in the least restrictive setting.
Availability to work flexible hours up to 40 hours per week.
Qualifications/Requirements: Must meet one of the following:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and ability to completed 40 hours of training OR
- Minimum of 2 years of experience of provision of behavioral health services OR
- Behavioral Health Certification or Behavior Analysis Certification from accredited organization OR
- Certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with participants, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in using data collection tools and software applications.
- Proficient using Microsoft Office. Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is a plus.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
- Bilingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus.
Reimbursement based on education and experience.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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