Behavioral Health Technician ABA

Clarvida•Altoona, PA

About The Position

Clarvida is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician to provide one-to-one behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and young adults ages 2–24 in home, school, and community settings across Pennsylvania. The role supports clients with emotional or behavioral challenges while promoting age-appropriate independence and stability. Guided by a Behavioral Consultant, the technician follows individualized treatment plans that may include behavioral interventions, skill reinforcement, and family education. The work involves partnering directly with clients and caregivers to provide culturally responsive, recovery-oriented care and help individuals build skills that support greater independence. Candidates who have not yet obtained FBI or PA Child Abuse clearances may potentially begin work as a BHT Associate while completing the remaining requirements to transition into the Behavioral Health Technician role. Qualified candidates may be able to start within approximately eight days of their interview. Travel to client locations is required. The position is part-time and pays $19.50.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
PA Child Abuse Clearance.
FBI Clearance.
Ability to obtain or maintain other applicable Pennsylvania clearances, including PA Act 34.
CPR/First Aid training, including infant/child, or willingness to complete the required training.

Responsibilities

Deliver one-to-one behavioral health services to youth ages 2–24 in home, school, and community settings.
Follow treatment plans designed by the supervising Behavioral Consultant.
Promote age-appropriate functioning and skill development.
Establish appropriate boundaries to reduce dependency on services.
Provide parent training and caregiver support.
Deliver culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
Maintain required documentation of client progress.
Travel to client locations as needed.