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Step by Step Inc.
Behavioral Health Technician
Career Insights for Mental Health / Psychiatric 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
Job Description
Do you have what it takes to make a difference in your community? Are you looking for a profession that has real value in society? YOU can change the life of a child! Step By Step, Inc. has Part Time and Full Time Behavior Health Technician (BHT) positions immediately available to provide services to children and adolescents in the Wallenpaupack Area School District. Traditional, 5 day a week and part time, non-traditional work schedules are available. We can provide daytime schedules to accommodate parents with children in school! Must be available to work 15 hours per week minimally on a consistent basis. The BHT provides one on one support to children and adolescents with behavioral and mental health diagnoses. BHTs work as part of a team, in conjunction with caregivers in school, home and community environments to manage client behaviors as well as facilitate growth and skill development. As a BHT, you'll help ensure the child's progress and success are maintained long term. BHTs receive initial and on-going training plus clinical and administrative support from master's level supervisors and case managers.