Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Position Summary: Responsible for supporting the therapeutic milieu and/or providing individual CPST services under the direction of a Team Lead and Clinical Supervisor, by ensuring that the schedule/program is consistently delivered, clients are supervised, that safety is maintained, and clients and families are treated with respect and dignity.

Education: High school degree or degree from an accredited college. Combination of education and relevant work experience may be required.

Experience: Previous experience in a mental health or education setting with young children, with direct experience working with children with mental health or significant behaviors difficulties.

Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Handle With Care (HWC) within 30 days of employment. Completion of additional mental health training within 30 days of employment. Must be at least 18 years of age. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Job Responsibilities:

Daily Assignment

Providing individual CPST services to assigned caseload

Assists therapist and other providers with daily program delivery

Completes daily clinical documentation of provided services

Collects all necessary information for quality and program performance measures

Responsible for scheduling regular treatment team meetings and transition/discharge meetings when applicable

Consistently collaborates with parent/guardians and other members of the treatment team

Completion of all required educational and training course

Educational/Training Requirements

Milieu Management & Approach

Therapeutic Communication

Early Childhood Mental Health