Behavioral Health Technician ABA
Listed compensation
$19.50/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician
- Location: Somerset, PA
- Employment Type: Part - time
- Salary: $19.50
- Date Posted: October 28, 2026
About the Role
Clarvida is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician to provide one‑to‑one behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 2–24) in home, school, and community settings across Pennsylvania.
This is a part‑time role that supports clients with emotional or behavioral challenges and promotes age‑appropriate independence and stability. Guided by a Behavioral Consultant, you'll follow a personalized treatment plan that includes behavioral interventions, skill reinforcement, and family education.
You’ll work directly with clients and caregivers, helping reduce service dependence while promoting culturally competent, recovery‑oriented care.
Responsibilities
- Deliver 1:1 behavioral health services to youth (ages 2–24) across home/school/community settings
- Follow treatment plans designed by the supervising Behavioral Consultant
- Promote age‑appropriate functioning and skill development
- Set clear boundaries to reduce dependency on services
- Provide parent training and caregiver support
- Offer culturally responsive, trauma‑informed care
- Maintain daily travel and documentation of client progress
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to obtain PA Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearances
- CPR/First Aid training (infant/child) or willingness to complete training
Compensation & Benefits
All Employees
- 401(k)
- Free licensure supervision
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- National discounts on shopping, travel, and entertainment
Work Location: Community-based / School-based services
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Part‑time
How to Apply
If you're passionate about helping youth gain independence through applied behavioral strategies, we invite you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join the Clarvida team and make a lasting impact in your community.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
About Clarvida
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, delivering recovery‑focused care in communities across multiple states. We offer personalized mental health and substance use services in partnership with local agencies and families.
- Learn more: clarvida.com
- See other opportunities: clarvida.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Fraud Alert
Clarvida does not charge application fees or conduct interviews via messaging apps. Legitimate offers originate only from Clarvida.com email addresses or verified Clarvida LinkedIn accounts.
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Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to obtain necessary Pennsylvania Act 33, 34, and FBI clearances. Additionally, applicants must hold or be willing to complete CPR and First Aid training for infants and children.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician ABA at Clarvida - Pennsylvania a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Behavioral Health — ranked against 1,294 active Behavioral Health listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Behavioral Health Career Context
Clarvida - Pennsylvania ranks #5 of 10 employers hiring Behavioral Health Tech on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 46 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 87% have no call, 20% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · top 25% in behavioral health | ranked against 1,294 Behavioral Health listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Behavioral Health median $37k (middle half $35k–$43k)68 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Pennsylvania | 195 active | 1,314 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 87% no call · 20% no weekends46 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania healthcare professional listings: <1% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment231 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −5.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Clarvida - Pennsylvania | #5 of 10 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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