Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Job – Casual

Temporary position located in Wexford, PA (2605 Nicholson Road, Suite 3240, Bldg. 3) and Sewickley, PA.

About the role

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) will work a flexible daytime schedule within the Intensive Behavioral Health Service (IBHS) program, providing direct support to children with autism and related disorders.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plan objectives by working directly with children in the IBHS program.
• Provide direct one-on-one therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Behavior Consultant.
• Work with families to assist them in acquiring skills and enabling them to maximize their child’s progress and independence.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding their child’s progress and issues.
• Provide services in the child’s home and/or community-based settings.
• Supervise the child and maintain safety while working in community-based settings.
• Assist children in developing social skills and facilitate development of peer interactions.
• Attend regular required supervision meetings, individual supervisory sessions, and required trainings.
• Assist in implementing behavior management plans to enable the child’s participation in community-based settings.
• Implement ABA intervention techniques.
• Maintain therapeutic records and data necessary to monitor progress.
• Complete daily progress notes and submit paperwork on time per department policy.
• Other duties as requested.

Requirements

• One of the following educational/experience qualifications:
  • Certification as a BCaBA, RBT, or BCAT.
  • Behavioral health or behavior analysis certification from an organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute.
  • High school diploma or equivalent, plus completion of a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List (certification must include the name of the responsible trainer, who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA).
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in the provision of behavioral health services.
• Ability to complete necessary training successfully.
• Physical ability to keep up with running children and/or lift, position, or assist with lifting students (up to 40 pounds), involving bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and brisk walking.
• Current Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearances required.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evening and weekend hours.