Behavioral Health Technician (Children & Adolescents)

VOA Mid-States • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

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

The position is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt. It is part of the Freedom House – VOA Recovery program and reports to the Recovery Support Supervisor/Program Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Obtain 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 and 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 and Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• Insurance and paid time off benefits start on the first day
• Positive work culture and committees

What This Job Offers

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