Behavioral Health Technician- School Based

Merakey•Blain, PA

5d•$17•Hybrid

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a School Based Behavior Health Technician to join their team in the Mt. Union Area School District, PA. This position offers the opportunity to make a change in the life of a child using evidence-based treatments to provide 1:1 direct service in family homes, schools, and community settings. The role involves applying individualized treatment with fun and personality. Merakey offers a continuum of care in behavioral health, integrating services in both community and site-based settings, providing a wide range of recovery-focused treatment, services, and supports for children and adults.

Requirements

Must possess a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related discipline.
Must hold a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
This position will work in Huntingdon County at Mount Union Area School District in Mount Union, PA

Nice To Haves

Training and experience with family systems as well as experience working with children and their families in a clinical setting is preferred.
Two years’ experience in mental/behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

Implements a behavior modification intervention plan developed by the family, school and Therapist.
Intervenes as needed when the child exhibits problem behaviors.
Interventions may include removing the child from the area, talking with the child about behaviors, accessing support of parents' procedures and implementing plan procedures indicated with the child, using the appropriate intervention technique.
Maintains records noting progress and problem areas.
Reports to Therapist on a daily basis.
Attends training as required.
Provides treatment services to families including skills training and education designed to enable families to become actively involved in treatment.
Maintains regular communication with families, schools, physicians and other service providers involved with the children and family.
Works flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, in order to meet the needs of children and family's caseload.