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Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit

Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

The BVIU is seeking candidates to fill a Behavior Health Technician - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) position, which will provide direct one-on-one support to children and adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs, implementing treatment plans designed to improve their social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. The successful candidate shall meet the experience and credentialing requirements as specified in PA Code Chapter 5240.81. Part-time and Full-Time Positions may be available. Billable Hourly Rate - $22.00 Please visit www.bviu.org to apply! Individuals who provide ABA services through BHT-ABA services shall meet one of the following: Have a certification as a BCBA, or Have a certification as an RBT, or Have a certification as a BCAT, or Have a behavior analysis certification from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute, or Have a high school diploma or the equivalent, and have completed a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List, or Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in providing ABA services and a minimum of 40 hours of training related to ABA. Demonstrate knowledge of the interventions pertaining to individuals with complex needs/behaviors and their treatments. Work with families and other professionals at varying types and levels of expertise. Maintain confidentiality and compliance in a healthcare setting, required. Valid Driver's License required. Ability to provide clearances as required by the State Departments in
Pennsylvania:
Ability to provide: Act 114: Federal Criminal History Report per Act 114 of 2006, Pre-Employment medical examination and TB Test per Section 111 of the PA School Code, Act 151: Child Abuse History Clearance per Act 151 of 1994, Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification per Act 24 of 2011, Act 34: PA Criminal Record Check per Section 111 of the
PA School Code Pay:
$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Health Insurance

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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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