Children Behavioral Health Technician (8884)
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Salary Range: $19.76 /hr
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley - Metro North Branch - Phoenix, AZ 85029Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDSalary Range: $19.76 - $19.76 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%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 West Valley.
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 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 West Valley.
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 $19.76/hr DOE Location: 2133 W. Peoria Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85029 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 We invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage Vision insurance Group life and disability insurance Pet insurance 401(k) plan with company match Interest-free medical line of credit Financial education, planning, and support resources Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits Bilingual pay differential Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year Paid Sick Time 10 paid holidays annually Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members Trip Reduction Program Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including: Scholarships Clinical supervision Continuing Education Units (CEUs)Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU) Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships Car rentals Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more
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 Must pass 25 wpm typing test 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
The Children Behavioral Health Technician facilitates Child and Family Team meetings and implements clinical prevention models to support children and families. They are responsible for maintaining electronic medical records and coordinating services with community stakeholders.
Requirements
Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience, or a degree in a behavioral health-related field. A valid Arizona driver's license and a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card are required for this role.
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Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Children Behavioral Health Technician (8884) at Terros Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Behavioral Health — ranked against 1,312 active Behavioral Health listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 45% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$41k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $41k 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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