Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Tempe

Phoenix, AZOnsiteFull Time$23–$27 /hrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Behavioral Health Technician
BHT
Para Professionals
youth
adults
structured
therapeutic programs
family support
life skills
wellness

Nice to have

comfort with structured environments

Role summary

New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) and Para Professionals to support youth and adults in structured, therapeutic programs across multiple locations in Arizona. This role involves direct services, day programming, and therapeutic recreation, focusing on building coping skills, emotional regulation, and decision-making. Responsibilities include supervision, group facilitation, supporting treatment goals, documentation, crisis intervention, and collaboration with clinical teams. NHCC emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and culturally competent care. The position requires a high school diploma, age 21+, a valid AZ Driver's License, and the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card. Pay is $23-$27/hr with full benefits including medical insurance, PTO, and tuition assistance.

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

New Horizon Community Care (NHCC)
$23–$27/hr • Full Benefits • Multiple Locations

Make a lasting impact. NHCC is hiring BHTs and Para Professionals to support youth and adults through structured, therapeutic programs in Chandler, Tempe, Glendale, Phoenix, and Casa Grande. Diversity and inclusion are foundational principles at NHCC. We are committed to providing accessible, equitable, and culturally competent mental health care to individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. NHCC values diversity and and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply!

About the Role

Work across three programs that help clients build coping skills, emotional regulation, decision‑making, and academic or social engagement:

Direct Services – Individualized support for youth through adults (family support, life skills, wellness, behavior modification).
CHOICE Day Program – Structured therapeutic day program with group work, skill‑building, and distance‑learning academic support.
Therapeutic Recreation – After‑school program using movement, recreation, art, and CBT‑based activities to build resilience and confidence.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and ensure safety
• Facilitate groups, activities, and skill‑building sessions
• Support treatment goals and behavior plans
• Assist with documentation and case coordination
• Provide crisis intervention when needed
• Support academics (CHOICE)
• Participate in recreation and movement‑based activities (Therapeutic Rec)
• Collaborate with clinical and program teams

What You Bring

• Experience with at‑risk youth or behavioral health populations
• Strong communication & documentation skills
• Ability to manage group dynamics
• Comfort with structured environments
• Willingness to learn crisis intervention

Minimum Qualifications

• Meet state licensing requirements for BHTs/Para Professionals
• 21+ years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid AZ Driver's License & insurable driving record
• Must be able to obtain an AZ DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (Unrestricted)

All qualified applications will receive consideration for open positions with NHCC.

Pay & Benefits

• $23–$27/hr based on education and experience in the behavioral health field
• 100% company‑paid medical insurance after 30 days (effective first of the following month)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Disability & Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, 403(b) with match
• Tuition Assistance & Licensure Reimbursement
• Discounted daycare (Tempe)
• Pet Assistance
• PSLF‑qualifying employer
• Access to company fleet vehicles

Safety-Sensitive & Drug-Free Workplace Notice

All positions at NHCC are safety-sensitive as defined in ARS 23-439. The company strictly prohibits the use, sale, manufacture, distribution, or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances, medical marijuana, or drug paraphernalia on company premises, company-owned vehicles, or personal vehicles used for company business or parked on company property.

NHCC is a drug-free workplace with zero tolerance for violations.

Apply today and help empower youth and strengthen your community.

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