Clinical Assistant (BHT)- Adolescent Behavioral Health

Avery's House LLC•Scottsdale, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on providing direct support and supervision to adolescent clients within a therapeutic milieu. The Clinical Assistant, also known as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), is responsible for maintaining a safe and supportive environment, assisting clients with daily living activities, implementing behavioral plans, and collaborating with the clinical team. A key aspect of this role is supporting neurodivergent clients by utilizing specialized approaches and understanding their unique needs. The position requires adherence to facility policies, ethical standards, and a commitment to client well-being.

Requirements

Compassion, Patience and emotional resilience.
Professional judgement, initiative, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to adapt and be flexible within a structured team environment.
Minimum age requirement: 21 years of age or older
Current and valid Arizona Fingerprint Card
If it is a new application, can be submitted and in-process
Valid Arizona Driver’s License in good standing
Driving record must permit insurability with the agency’s carrier
Current CPR/First Aid Certification
Participation in supervision with a BHP at least once every two weeks
Capable of gaining knowledge in: Substance abuse recovery and dual diagnosis
Capable of gaining knowledge in: Trauma-informed care and verbal de-escalation
Capable of gaining knowledge in: Medication Assisted Self-Administration
Capable of gaining knowledge in: Use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Capable of gaining knowledge in: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), and neurodevelopmental disorders
Capable of gaining knowledge in: Therapeutic milieu management

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma preferred (not required)
1 year in behavioral healthcare
Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), or other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the Avery’s House mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients.
Supervising and engaging clients throughout the shift.
Providing continuous support within the therapeutic milieu.
Assisting with daily routines, schedules, transitions, and activities.
Participating in groups, community meetings, and therapeutic programming as appropriate.
Assists in the self-administration of medications accurately and safely according to physician orders and facility policies and within scope and training.
Monitors for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, and side effects within scope of practice and training. As well as documenting and reporting findings appropriately.
Supporting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting independence.
Supporting clients during meals, hygiene routines, school activities, recreation, and community outings.
Utilizing de-escalation, co-regulation, redirection, and crisis intervention techniques.
Implementing individualized behavioral support plans under the direction of the clinical team.
Maintaining awareness of client whereabouts and supervision requirements and completing required documentation in EMR.
Conducting routine safety and environmental checks.
Observe, document, and communicate changes in client behavior, mood, functioning, or safety concerns.
Provide meaningful engagement with clients rather than passive supervision whenever clinically appropriate.
Transporting clients to medical appointments, community outings, or other approved activities as assigned.
Prepare meals, ensure proper food preparation and storage practices in accordance with company policies.
Conducting room searches, contraband checks, belongings inventory, and safety procedures according to facility policy.
Supporting clients during difficult emotional or behavioral situations while maintaining a calm, therapeutic presence.
Collaborating closely with nurses, therapists, case managers, providers, and leadership to ensure continuity of care.
Demonstrate understanding of autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing differences, developmental disabilities, and executive functioning challenges.
Utilize neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed approaches when interacting with clients.
Recognize sensory sensitivities and modify communication and environmental factors when appropriate.
Support individualized coping strategies, visual supports, structured routines, and sensory regulation interventions.
Promotes client dignity, autonomy, and strength-based care.
Attend multidisciplinary meetings, trainings, and staff meetings.
Maintain professional communication with families, guardians, providers, and team members.
Demonstrates flexibility in assisting care staff to meet client needs.
Assists with orientation and mentoring of new staff as requested.
Maintains required certifications and completes all mandatory education.
Adheres to HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, licensing regulations, infection prevention protocols, and company policies.
Performs additional duties assigned by the supervisor or leadership team.