Behavioral Health Technician
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Ability to follow structured treatment plans and work independently is required.
- Ability to obtain Pennsylvania criminal background, FBI, and child abuse clearances is required.
- Completion of all required training is required before independent client work.
- Commitment to compliance with state, federal, and organizational standards is required.
- Provide one-on-one behavioral health services to assigned clients.
- Implement treatment goals outlined in the Individualized Treatment Plan.
- Collect and document behavioral data and client progress.
- Model interventions and strategies for caregivers.
- Support development of appropriate social, emotional, and behavioral skills.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation for clinical and billing purposes.
- Collaborate with supervisors, Behavior Consultants, and treatment team members.
- Participate in required trainings and maintain compliance standards.
- Represent the organization professionally in all interactions.
- A bachelor's degree in a Human Services field such as Psychology, Social Work, or Education is preferred.
- A bachelor's degree in another field with at least 1 year of experience working with children or adolescents is preferred.
- An associate's degree or 60 college credits with 3 or more years of relevant experience is preferred.
About the company
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers runs residential and outpatient mental health programs for children, adolescents and families in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Delaware. Its services address emotional distress, behavioral problems and the effects of physical, emotional and sexual abuse. Children receive individualized treatment in family-style residential settings, clinics, schools and community environments, with care intended to support a return to family and community life. The business earns fees for treatment, with residential funding through county child-serving agencies and Medicaid. Founded in 1991, it is headquartered in Milton, Pennsylvania.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Milton, PA
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Lewisburg technicians enter with paid training: the residential role accepts a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Cranberry therapists receive licensure support: the unlicensed mental health professional role includes clinical supervision.
- Cranberry scheduling accommodates availability: the therapist role adjusts to candidate and program needs; evenings are preferred, not required.
What critics are saying
- Specialist therapists split their week: the problematic sexual behaviors role assigns Lewisburg Monday-Tuesday and Danville Wednesday-Thursday.
- Lewisburg technician work includes nights: the residential posting lists an 11pm-7am shift alongside daytime and evening options.
- Pennsylvania residential care faces overlapping oversight: DTAC facilities hold licenses from both mental-health and child-welfare offices.
What makes Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers unique
- DTAC keeps intensive care within school hours: its partial hospitalization programs run five days weekly for ages 5-18.
- Ohio treatment follows a long course: its male residential program for ages 8-18 typically lasts 9-12 months.
- Pennsylvania residents receive onsite schooling: DTAC's residential programs include individualized instruction from certified special education teachers.
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