Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

New Horizon Community Care•Tolleson, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is hiring Behavioral Health Technicians for its Therapeutic Recreation Program, an after-school behavioral health program serving youth and young adults navigating behavioral, emotional, and social challenges. The program combines recreation with evidence-informed therapeutic approaches, including trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral strategies, mentorship, and structured activities. Technicians work alongside clinical and program teams to help participants build confidence, resilience, healthy coping skills, and positive relationships. This active, hands-on role uses sports, movement, games, art, group activities, and skill-building experiences to support participants in practicing skills they can use at school, at home, in relationships, and in everyday life. The position includes four 10-hour shifts. Chandler schedules run Sunday through Wednesday; Phoenix schedules run Wednesday through Saturday. Pay is $23–$27 per hour, based on education and relevant behavioral health experience. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered for the Phoenix location only. NHCC describes its work environment as inclusive and committed to accessible, equitable, and culturally responsive behavioral health services. All positions are safety-sensitive. The company prohibits alcohol and drug-related activity on company premises and in vehicles used for company business or parked on company property. Applicants must complete criminal history self-disclosure affidavits and obtain an Arizona DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, which involves state and federal criminal background checks.

Requirements

Meet Arizona requirements for the Behavioral Health Technician position.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Have a valid Arizona Driver's License and an insurable driving record.
Be able to obtain an Arizona DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (Unrestricted), involving a state and federal criminal background check.
Be able to complete criminal history self-disclosure affidavits.
Be comfortable being active and participating alongside clients.
Be able to confidently manage group dynamics and maintain appropriate boundaries.
Have strong communication and documentation skills.
Be dependable, patient, flexible, and willing to learn.

Nice To Haves

Experience with at-risk youth, behavioral health, recreation, coaching, mentoring, education, or similar populations.
Interest in gaining hands-on experience in behavioral health, social work, psychology, recreation, education, or human services.

Responsibilities

Build positive, supportive relationships with youth and young adults.
Lead and participate in sports, recreation, games, art, and movement-based activities.
Facilitate therapeutic groups and skill-building activities.
Encourage confidence, resilience, teamwork, and healthy coping skills.
Support individualized treatment goals and behavior plans.
Provide supervision and maintain a safe, structured environment.
Assist with behavioral health documentation and case coordination.
Provide support and crisis intervention when needed.
Collaborate with clinicians, Team Leads, and other program staff.
Serve as a consistent and positive role model for participants.

Benefits

100% company-paid employee medical insurance after 30 days, effective the first of the following month.
Dental and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off, with increasing amounts each year.
Paid company holidays.
Company-paid disability and life insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with company match.
Tuition assistance and discounted tuition with GCU.
Licensure reimbursement.
Discounted daycare in Tempe.
Pet assistance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer.
Access to company fleet vehicles.
Training and opportunities to grow within the behavioral health field.
$500 sign-on bonus for the Phoenix location only.