What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Health Technician (BHT) position at Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems?
Our vast array of services — educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health — are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve — those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Job Description : It is the responsibility of the Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide one-to-one services to an identified child / adolescent and family to reduce maladaptive behaviors in the home, school & community.
Schedule Details : Full-Time
Location : Kennett Square, PA
Program : Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)
Pay Rate : $18 / hour
Job Functions :
Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy / procedures
Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
Complete all training requirements as dictated by the state before working alone with clients (6 hours supervised hours in the field) and any other required thereafter
Submit to Human Resources, in a timely manner, copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal training
Provide services as defined by the program description, and best practice standards, and in full compliance with licensure standards
Maintain professional relationships with consumers, their families, payers, community support service representatives, co-workers, and other agencies
Participate in interagency meetings, as required, and represent the agency in an effective and professional manner in all contacts with clients, payers, and collateral staff
Ability to work within a group to develop internal systems to improve and ensure quality services
Prompts safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills
Provide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, promptly
Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
Implement interventions effectively based on the treatment plan and behavior management plan as developed by the Behavior Consultant
Provide crisis intervention to clients, when indicated, to stabilize acute crises
Participate in all required individual and peer supervision, as well as all applicable program staff meetings
Minimum Requirements :
Education : Have a High School Diploma, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree
Experience : One year of full-time experience in providing mental health support services to youth, or young adults
Licensure / Certifications : Have certification as BCAT (Board Certified Autism Technician Certification)
Required Clearances : Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid / Medicare Exclusion list
Note : At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and / or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience
What’s in it for you?
Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >
30 hours / week) : Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement options
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
403(b) with Employer Match
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
Discounts through “Tickets at Work”
And More!
Want to learn more?
To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at : https : / / chimes.org / Careers.
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.
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Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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