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Step by Step Inc.
Behavioral Health Technician - Individual Children Services - Part Time - 2k Sign On Bonus
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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
Are you looking to make a difference in the life of a child? Step By Step, Inc. has Part Time Behavior Health Technician (BHT) positions available to provide one-on-one behavioral health services to children and adolescents in Luzerne County . 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 or around class schedules for college students! Must be available to work 15 hours per week minimally. 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 behaviors as well as facilitate growth and skill development of the child. 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.