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Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

Behavioral Health Technician

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$37,021 / year median in Pennsylvania

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Status:
Part Time Hourly FLSA classification:
Non-Exempt Hourly Rate:
$18.00 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. Flexible Schedule - up to 40 hours per week; non-traditional hours.
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) Experience working with at-risk youth and families. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems is a plus. Strong Verbal and Written communication skills Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus. Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance required.
Benefits Available:
Voluntary Dental Voluntary Vision UNUM Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistance Program 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan. Pet Insurance Direct Deposit Weekly Competitive 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. #pajobs Education Required High School or better Preferred Bachelors or better Licenses & Certifications Preferred Driver's License Auto Ins Declaration Reg.
Behavioral Tech Skills Preferred Basic Computer Skills Strong Communication Skills Bilingual/Spanish Speaking Behaviors Preferred Detail Oriented:
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an
Impact:
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.