Lead Behavior Technician - Tucson, AZ (Multiple Locations)

General Summary

The Lead Behavior Technician (Lead BT) is a lead frontline role responsible for supporting the quality, consistency, and compliance of services within a residential facility. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, this position serves as a subject matter resource for staff, with a focus on staff onboarding and training, individual treatment plans, treatment team meetings and documentation quality. The Lead BT will also support shift coverage and assistance in the self-administration of medication during their hours of work, if necessary.

Mission Overview of Primary Responsibilities

• Adheres to the organization’s treatment philosophy, Trauma Informed Behavioral Approach (TIBA)
• Cultivates the core of the model, Foundational Four, within the program
• Staff Onboarding & Training
• Participates in hiring of new employees
• Lead onboarding of new Behavior Technicians, including orientation to the home, routines, and expectations
• Works with Training Department to ensure implementation of 90 day flight plan for all new employees
• Train staff on behavior support approaches, daily structure, and member engagement
• Reinforce proper documentation practices and service delivery expectations
• Reviews new employee documentation for accuracy, completeness and quality during the first 90 days of employment
• Provide ongoing coaching and skill development for existing staff
• Serve as a role model for best practices in member interaction and professionalism
• Treatment Team Participation
• Oversight of ISP’s: working with BHT’s in developing ISP’s for members
• Attend treatment team meetings and provide input on member progress, behaviors, and day-to-day functioning
• Support implementation of treatment recommendations within the home environment
• Quality of Care Support
• Aid in ensuring consistency in the implementation of daily routines and behavioral support strategies
• Monitor member engagement and provide guidance to staff to improve quality of interactions
• Assist in managing behavioral situations and modeling appropriate interventions
• Promote a structured, safe, and therapeutic environment
• Licensing Compliance & Documentation Oversight
• Ensure the home operates in alignment with applicable licensing and regulatory requirements
• Makes random selections and reviews at least 5 notes per month of documentation for accuracy, completeness, and quality
• Provides real-time feedback and correction to staff regarding documentation expectations
• Supports readiness for internal and external reviews by maintaining organized and compliant records

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum Education Required: High School Diploma
• Minimum Experience Required: 3 years of Behavioral/Mental Health direct care experience
• License Requirement: NA
• BH Level: BHT

Company/Regulatory Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Able to pass 5 panel drug test & submit to regular screening
• Valid AZ DPS Level I fingerprint clearance card (must maintain valid card throughout employment)
• CPR, First Aid, AED certification, if required (must maintain throughout employment)
• Current, valid Driver’s License and 39-month Motor Vehicle Report and proof of vehicle registration liability insurance to meet insurance requirements
• Initial current negative TB test result, if required (Employer provides)