Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

We are growing our team and seeking experienced Behavior Health Technician's! Do you have a Behavior Health Technician background? Do you have experience with behavior treatment plans? Do you have experience assisting clients with behavioral needs? Do you have working knowledge of CMH/TBI residents? If so, we invite you to consider a career at Eisenhower Center! Below are more details before you decide to apply: Hourly: $20 Benefits start after 30 days: Health, Dental, Vision and many more! *All offers of employment are contingent upon all applicable background screens* Job Description: The Behavior Health Technician (BHT/RBT) serves as a key member of the clinical and residential team, supporting the implementation of behavioral interventions grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles within a non-traditional ABA residential environment. This role emphasizes behavior reduction, skill acquisition, and staff coaching, while promoting meaningful client engagement both on campus and in the community. The BT/RBT works under the direction of a BCBA/BCaBA and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent, person-centered care. Role and Responsibilities Behavioral Intervention & Clinical Support Implement individualized behavior support plans and protocols developed by the BCBA/BCaBA, ensuring fidelity across residential and community settings. Utilize ABA-informed strategies (e.g., reinforcement, prompting, redirection, shaping) to reduce maladaptive behaviors and increase adaptive functioning. Conduct systematic observations and data collection, documenting behavioral trends, environmental variables, and intervention effectiveness. Provide real-time coaching and feedback to direct care staff to improve consistency and accuracy in behavior plan implementation. Deliver corrective reinforcement and positive feedback to both clients and staff, reinforcing appropriate behaviors and skill use. Model professional, therapeutic, and trauma-informed interactions always. Staff Coaching & Engagement Leadership Act as an on-shift behavioral resource and mentor, helping staff effectively respond to complex or high-acuity client behaviors. Promote and monitor meaningful client engagement, ensuring adherence to daily schedules, programming, and therapy participation. Conduct daily observations of staff-client interactions, providing immediate coaching, redirection, and recognition of best practices. Support team development by teaching behavioral techniques, de-escalation strategies, and engagement methods, particularly with resistant or challenging clients. Client Support & Community Integration Provide direct 1:1 behavioral support and supervision to clients as assigned. Assist clients in achieving community access goals, including transportation training (e.g., walking, bus use, cab services) and independent functioning. Support development of social skills and natural supports, including pre-teaching, role modeling, and post-activity feedback. Intervene therapeutically in community settings to reduce barriers to participation and improve goal attainment. Crisis Intervention & Behavioral Safety Respond to and assist in managing behavioral crises, utilizing approved intervention models (e.g., QBS Safety-Care). Assess staff response during crises and provide immediate guidance to ensure safe, appropriate, and effective interventions. Maintain situational awareness and serve as a campus-wide behavioral support resource, particularly during high-risk situations or escalations. Documentation, Data & Reporting Complete accurate and timely data collection and reporting, including novel tracking of behavior trends and intervention outcomes. Enter incident reports and behavioral documentation in accordance with organizational, AFC, and regulatory standards. Dedicate consistent time to data entry, analysis, and communication of findings to the BCBA/BCaBA and treatment team. Interdisciplinary Collaboration Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including BCBA/BCaBA, clinicians, therapists, and residential leadership. Maintain strong working relationships with Residential Supervisors, Clinical providers across disciplines (e.g., OT, PT, Speech, Psychotherapy, CTRS). Communicate clearly and professionally to ensure continuity of care and alignment of behavioral and clinical interventions. Program Support & Additional Responsibilities Assist with implementation and troubleshooting of client incentive and reinforcement systems. Provide coverage across shifts, with emphasis on evenings, weekends, and high-need periods, ensuring behavioral support availability across campus. Contributes to a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment that promotes client independence and dignity. Complete additional duties and special projects assigned to support program effectiveness and client outcomes. Key Differentiators of This Role ABA-informed approach applied within a residential AFC setting (not a traditional ABA clinic). Strong emphasis on staff coaching and behavioral leadership. Focus on real-world generalization, including community integration and functional independence. Qualifications and Education Requirements Preferred: BA or BS in Psychology High attention to detail. Experience with data collection, entry, and analysis Good problem-solving, communication skills (both written & verbal), & organizational skills Commitment to Eisenhower Center’s mission statement Able to work from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM Tues‑Sat or Sun‑Thurs schedules available Eisenhower Center is 100% employee owned and offers an excellent benefit package including: PTO Employee Stock Ownership Plan 401(k) plan eligible to participate after 1 year & 1,000 hours of employment Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability available Student Stipend Employee Discount Program Continuing professional development opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Veteran‑Friendly Employer, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr