Behavioral Health Technician
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.York, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted July 26, 2025
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Part Time
About the Company
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is a national nonprofit that partners globally to deliver community‑based alternatives to youth incarceration and child welfare placements. With a family‑centered approach, YAP provides services across juvenile justice, child welfare, autism, developmental disabilities, adult re‑entry, and violence interruption. The organization distinguishes itself through a commitment to equity and inclusion, ensuring all employment and program decisions are made without discrimination. YAP’s high‑impact model empowers at‑risk youth and families by offering supportive, non‑institutional pathways that promote long‑term stability and well‑being.
Job Description
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides mental health interventions and support services to children/adolescents with psychiatric diagnoses and their families in community-based settings.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and ability to completed 40+ hours of training
- Minimum of 2 years of experience of provision of behavioral health services
- Behavioral Health Certification or Behavior Analysis Certification from accredited organization
- Certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
- Previous experience working with youth/adolescence
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft 365 is preferred; experience using an electronic health record system (EHR) is a plus
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage
- Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus
Benefits
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Schedule