Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Pediatric Outpatient - Kids Thrive

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