Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Therapeutic Recreation Program

Location: Phoenix, Glendale, Chandler, Tempe, Casa Grande

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour (based on experience and education)

About New Horizon Community Care (NHCC): New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing outpatient behavioral health services to at-risk youth, teens, and adults across the valley. Established in 2001, NHCC empowers individuals to enhance their self-esteem and develop skills for success, with a focus on fostering personal and professional growth. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and are committed to providing accessible, equitable, and culturally competent care to individuals of all backgrounds.

Position Overview: The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a critical role in our Therapeutic Recreation Program, supporting youth and young adults navigating at-risk behaviors in an after-school setting. BHTs provide mentorship, guidance, and care through trauma-informed approaches and cognitive behavior therapy, utilizing sports and activities as therapeutic tools. The role involves working closely with the clinical team to implement individualized treatment plans and ensure the safety and well-being of our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Provide immediate support and intervention to youth in crisis, utilizing trauma-informed care principles and de-escalation techniques.
• Offer one-on-one mentorship to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Facilitate and actively engage in workshops focusing on personal development, academic achievement, and professional skill-building.
• Supervise youth during activities, ensuring safety and adherence to program policies.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation, records, and reports.
• Collaborate with team members to provide integrated support to youth through sports and activities.
• Provide transportation to and from therapeutic recreation programs in company vehicles.

Program Focus Areas Include:

• General Mental Health (GMH)
• Substance Abuse
• Psycho-educational Topics
• Anger Management
• Emotion Regulation
• Grief, Loss, and Trauma
• Healthy Relationships

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm (typical schedule for BHTs)

Must Haves:

• Minimum state licensing requirements for Behavioral Health Technicians or Para Professionals.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with at-risk youth, teens, or adults in behavioral health care.
• Valid AZ driver's license with no restrictions.
• Ability to complete criminal history self-disclosure affidavits and obtain an Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) unrestricted Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (state and federal background check required).
• Must pass a drug test and comply with NHCC's drug-free workplace policy.

Why Join NHCC? At New Horizon Community Care, we offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Access to a fleet of company vehicles (no personal vehicle use required).
• Fully company-paid medical insurance (after 30 days of employment).
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (company paid).
• Life insurance (company paid, with an option to contribute more).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
• Paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company matching after one year.
• Supplemental insurance stipends (e.g., AFLAC, Assurity).

Relevant Experience May Include:

• Behavioral Coach
• Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
• Case Aide
• Case Manager
• CFT Facilitator
• Community-based Specialist
• Counselor
• Direct Support
• Family Support Worker
• Group Home Staff
• In-home Support
• Life Coach
• Social Worker
• Youth Mentor
• Sports Coach

Join Our Team: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and young adults, we encourage you to apply and be part of a supportive and dedicated team at New Horizon Community Care.

*APPLICANTS MUST ALSO BE ABLE TO COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY SELF-DISCLOSURE AFFIDAVITS AND OBTAIN AN ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS) LEVEL 1 FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE CARD, WHICH INVOLVES A STATE AND FEDERAL CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK. *

*All positions at NHCC are safety-sensitive, as defined in ARS 23-439. Therefore, the company prohibits the use, sale, manufacture, distribution, or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances, medical marijuana, or drug paraphernalia on any and all segments of the company premises, company-owned vehicles, or personal vehicles used for company business or parked on company property. NHCC is a drug-free zone with zero tolerance for violators. *