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Terros Health
Phoenix, Arizona

Children Behavioral Health Technician (7034)

Behavioral Health Tech 8.5 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

Starting at $19/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix - I. G. Homes Branch - Phoenix, AZ 85007Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDSalary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: Day ShiftJob Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Children's Behavioral Health Technician, based out of a Boys and Girls Club of the Valley location.

This is a direct service position working in collaboration with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley at an assigned site in the greater Phoenix area.

This position will interact directly with the Children and Staff and Families at the Clubs and use the designated prevention model Positive Action while also implementing other clinical approaches based on Club needs.

This team member needs to have a passion for working with Children in an afterschool setting, be willing to be an active participant/lead in therapeutic activities, and act as a liaison for Terros Health and these co-locations.

Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion, and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients.

In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes.

HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING Recently awarded among Arizona’s Most Admired Companies in 2023 by AZ Big Media Seeking a Children Behavioral Health Technician for an exciting collaboration with the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley at an assigned BGCAZ location in the greater Phoenix area.

This position will interact directly with the Children and Staff and Families at the Clubs and use the designated prevention model Positive Action while also implementing other clinical approaches based on Club needs.

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week M-F: 11a-7p Starting at $19/hr DOE Location: co-located within a Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley: 1601 W Sherman St, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Additional Language Differential Pay Available Full

Benefits

Package, including 401K Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1) No experience required with a Bachelor's degree in behavioral health - we will train you!

New grads welcome - excellent development opportunity Duties include: Conducts the engagement process with families to identify natural/formal supports as outlined in the Arizona Model, Child and Family Team (CFT) process, and Regional Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) for enrolled families.

Facilitates CFT/Service Plan meetings according to the Arizona Model and RBHA guidelines in order to create individualized service plans as identified by the CFT members.

Ensures families understand the behavioral health process, the role of CFT Facilitator, and ensure family participation that links them to natural or community-based supports.

Coordinates and schedules CFT/Service Plan meetings with natural, formal supports, and system stakeholders Submits appropriate referrals to clinical outpatient services within agency and other behavioral health providers identified by the CFT.

Updates and maintains electronic medical records on each case which include but not limited to; Annual Assessment Update, RBHA demographics, Child and adolescent service intensity instrument (CALOCUS), and CFT/Service Plan Completes strength assessments and crisis/safety plans with families according to RBHA and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) guidelines.

Develops positive supportive relationships with consumers, family, stakeholders, and other Terros employees and Boys and Girls Club employees.

Actively leads group prevention or therapeutic group activities at assigned Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley locations. *This position is funded by a grant, which is for a pre-determined timeframe.

Benefits & Wellness Multiple medical plans - including a no premium plan for employees and their families Multiple dental plans - including orthodontia Financial well-being - 401(k) with a company match, interest free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support 4 Weeks of paid time off in the first year Wellness program Pet Insurance Group life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program for the Whole Family Personal and family mental and physical health access Professional growth & development - including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix Working Advantage - Employee perks and discounts Gym memberships Car rentals Flights, hotels, movies and more Additional language pay differential

Qualifications

Education/Experience: GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience or, An associate's degree in the field of medical or behavioral health, or A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, or A bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral, or A master's degree or higher in the field of behavioral health Preferred - Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred Valid AZ Driver License.

Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience, and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy Must pass DCS Central Registry check without any disqualifying events.

Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level 1) or apply for an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card within 7 working days of employment Interpersonal skills which allow for professional and positive relationships with co-workers, members, families, and other community members Good communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions Basic understanding of the DSM-V preferred Certified Case Manager strongly preferred Must have or be able to attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of assuming role Must pass background check, TB test and other pre-employment screening Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves direct service by interacting with children, staff, and families at assigned Boys & Girls Clubs locations, implementing the Positive Action prevention model and other clinical approaches. Duties also include facilitating Child and Family Team meetings, coordinating services, maintaining electronic medical records, and actively leading group prevention or therapeutic activities.

Requirements

Candidates need a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED, with experience requirements varying based on education level, though no experience is required with a Bachelor's degree in behavioral health as training is provided. Essential requirements include a valid Arizona Driver's License, passing background checks, obtaining an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card, and possessing good interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Positive Action ModelService Plan FacilitationGroup Prevention Activities

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Children Behavioral Health Technician (7034) at Terros Health a 8.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Behavioral Health Tech roles — ranked against 1,570 active Behavioral Health Tech roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Clinical Psychology Career Context

Of the 40 active Clinical Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 43% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$36k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $35k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Phoenix

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,574/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Terros Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Phoenix, Arizona
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Starting at $19/hr DOE
Full Benefits Package, including 401K
Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)
No experience required with a Bachelor's degree in behavioral health
New grads welcome
Additional Language Differential Pay Available