Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Milestone Behavioral Health

Great Opportunity for College Students Interested in Psychology, Education, or Social Work

Milestone Behavioral Health is looking for compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs).

In this role, you will work one-on-one with children and adolescents to help them build important social, emotional, and behavioral skills. Services take place in the child’s home, school, and community settings, allowing you to make a real impact where children spend their everyday lives.

This position is ideal for college students or recent graduates who want hands-on experience working with children while preparing for careers in psychology, counseling, social work, or education.

What You'll Do

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will work directly with a child to support behavioral and emotional growth.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide 1:1 support and behavioral interventions based on a treatment plan
• Work with children in homes, schools, and community settings
• Help children practice skills such as emotional regulation, communication, and positive behaviors
• Use behavioral strategies and proactive interventions to support progress toward treatment goals
• Support parents and school staff by modeling effective behavioral strategies
• Track and document behavioral progress during sessions
• Communicate updates to supervisors and members of the treatment team
• Assist with de-escalation and behavior management strategies when needed

Why This Job Is Great for Students

• Gain hands-on experience working with children
• Build valuable experience for graduate school applications
• Learn evidence-based behavioral intervention techniques
• Work alongside experienced behavioral health professionals
• Flexible scheduling that can work around college classes

Qualifications

We welcome applicants who are passionate about helping children succeed.

Education Requirements

• 60 college credits (Milestone provides the required 30-hour BHT training)

OR

• Less than 60 college credits
Applicants will complete 30–40 hours of required BHT/RBT training in accordance with Pennsylvania state guidelines.

Training is provided by Milestone Behavioral Health.

Skills That Help You Succeed

Successful BHTs are:

• Patient and compassionate
• Interested in child development and behavioral health
• Comfortable working directly with children and families
• Strong communicators and team players
• Organized with documentation and progress tracking

Work Environment

BHTs work directly with children in a variety of settings, including:

• Homes
• Schools
• Community settings
• Daycare programs

This role may include afternoon, evening, or non-traditional hours depending on the needs of the families served.

The Impact You'll Make

Behavioral Health Technicians play a critical role in helping children:

• Improve behavior at home and school
• Build social and emotional skills
• Strengthen family relationships
• Achieve long-term success in school and life

At Milestone Behavioral Health, we believe every child deserves the support they need to reach their full potential.