Behavioral Health Tech - School Based

Position Title:

• School-Based Life Skills Specialist (BHT) Position Type: Full-Time Location: Zarephath Position Summary: The School-Based Life Skills Specialist (School Success Specialist) provides life skills training, behavioral support, and counseling to school-aged clients under the supervision of the Clinical Director.
• Responsibilities include clinical documentation, treatment planning, and collaboration with families, schools, and care teams.
• Clinical supervision toward independent licensure is available.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday; hours vary by school and client schedules Must be available during school breaks and summer programming Physical Requirements: Indoor and outdoor work environments Frequent movement, including climbing stairs Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs (with or without accommodations) Must be able to transport clients using a personal vehicle Key Responsibilities: Provide weekly life skills and counseling services to assigned clients Meet weekly encounter/unit goals Develop and update individualized treatment plans Monitor and report on client progress and intervention effectiveness Facilitate age-appropriate therapeutic, recreational, and social skill activities Maintain organized client files and documentation Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and provider/parent meetings Ensure confidentiality and positive engagement with clients and families Represent Zarephath professionally in all community and client interactions Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related behavioral health field OR Bachelor’s degree in a similar field with at least 5 years of experience in a behavioral health setting with children Licensed or associate licensed (preferred) Background in CBT and trauma-focused CBT (preferred) Experience working with children and families on issues such as PTSD, ADHD, depression, anxiety, OCD, DV, and substance use Familiarity with the Arizona Behavioral Health system and stakeholders (DDD, CPS, Juvenile Probation) Minimum 1 year of experience in counseling, assessments, and treatment planning Knowledge of Arizona’s 12 Principles Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills CPR and First Aid certified Must be 21 years of age or older Possess a valid state driver's license Must obtain or possess a Fingerprint Clearance Card Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills Compensation: Initial Salary (First 60 Days): $42,000 – $47,000 After Probation: Base Salary + Pay-Per-Unit = $42,000 – $47,000 Unit-Based Pay Breakdown: Weekly Units Additional Pay per Unit 0–50 Base Pay Only 51–100 + $7.50 per unit 101–125 + $7.75 per unit 126–150 + $8.00 per unit 151+ + $8.50 per unit Note: 1 unit = 15 minutes of client service or care coordination. 100 units = 25 hours of face-to-face service per week.
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