Behavioral Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Welcome! Are you ready to begin a NewPath?

At NewPath, we do more to make a difference -more for each child, each client and our community. Our dedicated team does what it takes, day and night, to get to the heart of every case and deliver the best care. Backed by a full breadth of services, we cater to each individual and answer to every need. We reach more ages with more experts for more results. Every program offers opportunity for change, every plan improves lives, and every person ignites hope, one success story at a time.

Make an Impact as a Behavioral Health Technician!

The NewPath Child & Family Solutions Behavioral Health Technician plays a vital role in the success of each client. The Behavioral Technician is responsible for the daily direct care and supervision of children in our Residential Interventions Program. The children in our program are suffering from childhood trauma with resulting behavioral health challenges.

The Behavioral Health Technician ensures that each child's basic life, educational, and emotional needs are provided for. Behavioral Technicians strive to provide consistency and structure for the clients in our care.

Opportunities for Behavioral Health Technicians include full-time & part-time with flexible work hours.

Shifts Available:

2nd shift: 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm

3rd shift: 10:00 pm - 8:00 am

Rate of Pay:

Make up to $19 per hour! *(With progressive advancement through the NewPath Tier system)

$1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift; .50 shift differential for 3rd shift.

Company Perks: Quick Reference

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Benefits Package Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Career Growth in an Inclusive Company Culture
• 401(k) (4% automatic employer contribution - no required match)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
• Employee Discounts & Partner Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Family/Paternal Leave
• Legal Benefits Services
• Clinical Counseling/Therapy Licensure Supervision Hours (Cost Covered)
• Board Licensure Exam Cost Covered (Therapy, Counseling, and Nursing)

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide active, constant supervision while interacting with the program youth during all aspects of the daily routine which includes meal time, hygiene, classroom instruction, therapeutic group sessions, and off-ground activities.
• Implement, enforce, and adhere to programmatic guidelines while assisting youth with understanding the rules and expectations.
• Provide a safe therapeutic environment for the youth in our care at all times.
• Actively engage in school, group, and implementing activities during free time.
• Teach, demonstrate, and role model appropriate behavior management, problem-solving, and coping techniques.
• Interact and engage with youth and families in a trauma-responsive and trauma-informed manner.
• Utilize de-escalation strategies and techniques learned through company TCI training.
• Complete all required documentation prior to end of shift.

What You Bring To The Table

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous work experience in serving at-risk youth or working in a Residential Treatment Program preferred.
• A working knowledge of behavioral interventions preferred.
• A willingness and comfort level in providing services to a diverse population of clients.
• Ability to handle physical activities, including recreational activities.
• Be at least 20 years of age.
• Have a valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance with no DUI/OVI violations and no more than 5 points on your MVR.

NewPath Child & Family Solutions an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability or have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting Human Resources

** A clean criminal background check is required.