CERTIFIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN

About the role

Certified Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Responsibilities

• Implements individualized behavior support plans, treatment goals, and skill-building interventions as written by the supervising clinician.
• Provides structured behavioral interventions to reduce maladaptive behaviors and increase positive, adaptive skills.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment at all times.
• Uses trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive approaches.
• Accurately observes and documents client behaviors, progress, and responses to interventions.
• Collects and documents behavioral data in accordance with program and regulatory standards.
• Will be included in daily staffing ratio to assist in effective programming for all youth.
• Completes daily notes, incident reports, and other required documentation within required timeframes.
• Utilizes approved crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Follows all safety protocols related to self-harm, aggression, and behavioral escalation.
• Reports safety concerns, incidents, or changes in client status immediately to supervisory/leadership staff.
• Participates in treatment team meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
• Supports family engagement as directed by the treatment team.
• Maintains client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and agency policies.
• Follows all Pennsylvania mandated reporter requirements.
• Maintains active certification, clearances, and required ongoing training.
• Complies with program/facility safety systems and building security.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance with current departmental practices.
• Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Requirements

• Education and Experience Required: Bachelor’s Degree and/or associate’s degree with one of the following certifications below: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Board-Certified Autism Technician (BCAT), BCABA (Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst).
• Completion of a minimum 40-hour behavioral health/RBT-aligned training.
• Or minimum 2 years of documented behavioral health experience with required training.
• Other Qualifications: At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Physical exams that include TB and drug testing.
• Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Qualifications

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
Employee Referral Bonuses
Company-Paid Training

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Schedule

Full-Time
Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm (including weekends)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Abrasys Youth and Family Services is part of the Imperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc. Equal Opportunity Employer