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Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – Life Success Specialist

About Zarephath

Zarephath is a dedicated behavioral health agency focused on empowering children and families facing behavioral health challenges. Our mission is to provide compassionate and effective services that help families thrive. We envision a future where strong relationships and comprehensive support systems promote overall well-being in safe, engaging environments.

As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), also known as a Life Success Specialist
, you will work directly with youth ages 5–17 and their caregivers to build life skills, promote independence, and support social and economic self-sufficiency. This role also involves collaboration with the Department of Child Safety (DCS) to aid in reunification efforts.

• Deliver 1:1 life skills training and support to youth and their caregivers.
• Utilize the Ansell Casey Life Skills Assessment to evaluate developmental needs.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans
  , reviewed and updated at least annually.
• Provide community-based, hands-on interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Plan and facilitate therapeutic activities, social skills programs, and recreational outings
  .
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation
  , including weekly progress notes and reports.
• Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision
  , and caregiver/provider sessions.
• Foster a safe, engaging learning environment through skill-building activities (e.g., sports, arts, hobbies).
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

• Work Schedule
  :
  Monday–Saturday; hours vary based on client needs. Availability during summer and school breaks is required.
• Physical Demands
  :
  Indoor/outdoor work, climbing stairs, frequent movement, and lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. (with or without accommodations).

• Minimum age:
  21 years old
• High School Diploma required;
  Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working in behavioral health with youth and families.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain.
• CPR & First Aid Certification and negative TB test required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must be able to transport youth using your own insured vehicle (minimum $100K/$300K coverage per DBHS requirements) and keep a first aid kit in the car at all times.

• Strong organizational and community navigation abilities.
• Effective communication and teaching skills.
• Skilled in file management, activity planning, and encounter tracking
  .
• Capable of working within interdisciplinary teams and delivering detailed progress updates.

• Pay Structure
  : Pay-per-service model
• Probation Period (60 Days): $38,000–$42,000 annual salary
• Post-Probation
  :
  Base salary plus pay per unit (based on direct or care coordination time):

Units per Month Additional Pay per Unit0–50

Base Pay Only
51–100+ $7.50/unit
101–125+ $7.75/unit
126–150+ $8.00/unit
151++ $8.50/unit

Note:

100 units = approx. 25 hours/week of face-to-face client time. Units may also be earned through care coordination and other approved tasks.

• Mileage reimbursement provided.
• All staff must maintain a professional demeanor when representing Zarephath in the community.

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