Behavioral Health Technician (Children & Adolescents)

VOA Mid-States • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician (Children & Adolescents) provides direct care, supervision, and therapeutic support to infants, children, and adolescents residing at Freedom House with their parent or caregiver. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the technician promotes a safe, structured, trauma-informed, person-centered, and family-centered environment that supports healing, recovery, healthy development, and positive family relationships.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.
• Child abuse registry check as required.
• Sex offender registry check.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Child Development, Education, or a related field.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, or families.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, child development, behavioral management, and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and ensure the safety of children and adolescents.
• Implement trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate interventions.
• Facilitate therapeutic, recreational, educational, and life-skills activities.
• Support healthy parent-child interactions through coaching and modeling.
• Assist clinicians with treatment plans and behavioral support plans.
• Observe, document, and communicate behavioral, emotional, and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation and incident reports.
• Provide transportation as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, safe, nurturing environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, case managers, peer support staff, and community partners.
• Support Performance Quality Improvement activities.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Legal Services (MetLife Legal Plan)
• Competitive Pay
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Discounts
• Student Loan Forgiveness Options (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• Insurance and paid time off benefits start on the first day
• Positive work culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED