Employment Skills BHT - Chandler/Tempe
About The Position
Are you passionate about supporting your community and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others? New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our Employment & Life Skills Program (SPARK Program). If you are someone who can serve as a positive role model while supporting, guiding, and encouraging youth and young adults as they build their employment and life skills, we would love to meet you. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Build lasting, supportive relationships Encourage positive behavior and personal growth Design and facilitate activities that promote overall well-being Strengthen your experience in social work, behavioral health, and youth development At NHCC, we believe meaningful relationships are the foundation for lasting change-and our passionate team of BHTs is at the heart of that mission. NHCC provides outpatient services across the Valley, including locations in Chandler, Tempe, Glendale, Phoenix, and Casa Grande. ABOUT NEW HORIZON COMMUNITY CARE (NHCC) New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is a non-profit agency specializing in outpatient behavioral health services, serving at-risk youth, teens, and adults all around the valley. Check out more about NHCC here! Established in 2001, NHCC has developed a programming structure that challenges, encourages, and empowers clients to enhance their self-esteem and modify their behaviors in order to become productive community members. Clients participate in activities, groups, and life lessons that help them assess their internal strengths, capabilities and improve decision-making skills. Our agency proudly and productively works with everyone involved with each client's program. Our experienced staff guides each client in building a strong foundation to benefit them as they develop the skills to reach their fullest potential in an ever-changing and expanding world. Diversity and inclusion are foundational principles at New Horizon Community Care. We are committed to providing accessible, equitable, and culturally competent mental health care to individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Requirements
- Must meet the minimum state licensing requirement for Behavioral Health Technicians or Para Professionals
- Candidates must be at least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience working with at-risk or behavioral health care with youth, teens, or adults
- Valid AZ Driver's License with no restrictions
- APPLICANTS MUST ALSO BE ABLE TO COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY SELF-DISCLOSURE AFFIDAVITS AND OBTAIN AN ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS) UNRESTRICTED LEVEL 1 FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE CARD, WHICH INVOLVES A STATE AND FEDERAL CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.
- All positions at NHCC are safety-sensitive, as defined in ARS 23-439. Therefore, the company prohibits the use, sale, manufacture, distribution, or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances, medical marijuana, or drug paraphernalia on any and all segments of the company premises, company-owned vehicles, or personal vehicles used for company business or parked on company property. NHCC is a drug-free zone with zero tolerance for violators.
Responsibilities
- Build lasting, supportive relationships
- Encourage positive behavior and personal growth
- Design and facilitate activities that promote overall well-being
- Strengthen your experience in social work, behavioral health, and youth development
Benefits
- Access to our fleet of company vehicles, staff do not transport clients their personal vehicles.
- Medical Insurance - Fully company-paid plan after 30 days of employment following the first of the month
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
- Life Insurance - Company Paid, with an option to contribute more
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) Policy
- Paid holidays
- 403 B Retirement plan with company contribution matching after one year
- Supplemental insurance stipends (ex. AFLAC or Assurity)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
