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The Stern Center for Developmental and Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

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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

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a person who works directly with a client carrying out the daily interventions designed by a Master's level clinician. The Behavioral Health Technician works in the home, school or community setting-depending on the hours prescribed and where the client needs behavioral support. BHT's collect data on behaviors that are identified in the client's individualized treatment plan while implementing interventions to assess whether the interventions in place are effective for desired behavioral change. Clients range in ages from as young as 2 years old to 21. Clients can have a wide range of mental health diagnoses from ADHD to Autism. Each client is unique requiring individualized treatment plan and treatment approaches.
Qualifications:
One of the following Minimum of a high school diploma or Bachelors degree in psychology, social work or human service related field 2 years experience providing behavioral health services •preferred not required• Additional Information All Applicants must provide: Child Abuse, PA State Police and FBI clearances received within the last 90 days Mandated reporter training completion certificate. sealed transcripts or obtain copy of original degree as proof of degree's (highschool or college) Completion of 40 hours training in Applied Behavior Analysis (RBT certificate applies) before starting work with clients once hired. 6 hours of A&A training if no previous TSS/BHT experience Employee must be able to gain access to client's place of treatment whether it is the client's home, school or community. Employee must be able to read, write and speak fluent English E.O.E. •RBT training preferred •Previous TSS experience preferred Position offers Flexible Hours Excellent Pay Paid time off accruement 401k 401k percentage match program Internships Positions available in:
Fayette, Westmoreland Pay:
$20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance
Work Location:
On the road