Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Dayton

Kids Thrive • Dayton, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kids Thrive Dayton is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and dependable Behavioral Health Technicians to support children and adolescents who need behavioral and emotional health services. The role helps create a safe, structured, supportive, and therapeutic environment where children can succeed. The technician works with the clinical team and contributes to each child’s treatment goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassion, patience, professionalism, and commitment to the well-being of children.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, maintain professional boundaries, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to meet the physical and other requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
• Required background checks, clearances, training, and other credentials must be completed as applicable to the role.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education in behavioral health, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Previous experience working with children, adolescents, behavioral health, mental health, or direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, and support to children and adolescents in a behavioral health setting.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Support the implementation of individualized behavioral treatment and care plans.
• Observe and document behavioral changes and progress, and communicate them to the clinical team.
• Assist children with daily living activities, coping skills, emotional regulation, and positive social interactions.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral and emotional crises using approved de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow facility policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, clinicians, and other team members to support each child's treatment goals.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options, including Health Share and Vista Wellness.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision coverage.
• Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness programs, subject to applicable program requirements.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
• Life insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness coverage.
• Hospital indemnity coverage.

What This Job Offers

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