--- title: Behavioral Health Technician, PT/Casual description: Behavioral Health Technician, PT/Casual at POWER (Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery). See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/behavioral-health-technician-pt-casual-at-power-pennsylvania-organization-for-women-in-early-recovery-01a0edc2-3d05-73be-85ae-701011143227 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join POWER (Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery) as Behavioral Health Technician, PT/Casual in Swissvale, PA. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/i22dd0.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | POWER (Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery) | | **Location** | Swissvale, PA | | **Salary** | $21/hr - $25/hr | | **Type** | Part Time, Per Diem | | **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- ยท Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for POWER (Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for POWER (Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early Recovery). ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $35,000 โ€“ $48,000 a year (median $42,000). ## Description **Behavioral Health Technician** **About POWER** POWER is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping women reclaim their lives from addiction. We provide trauma-informed treatment and recovery support services for women with substance use and co-occurring disorders, fostering a safe, supportive environment where women can heal, grow, and build lasting recovery. **Why This Role Matters** The Behavioral Health Technician plays a critical frontline role in supporting women early in their recovery journey. By maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment, this position helps create the stability and consistency essential for healing and long-term recovery. **What You'll Do** **Client Support & Safety** - Monitor client behavior, safety, and well-being throughout the shift - Conduct regular rounds, bed checks, and wellness observations - Respond to incidents and crises using calm, trauma-informed approaches - Maintain a safe, respectful, and structured residential environment **Milieu Management** - Support daily routines including wake-up, meals, groups, and transitions - Reinforce program expectations, rules, and boundaries consistently - De-escalate conflicts and redirect behavior with professionalism and care **Client Engagement** - Build supportive, respectful relationships with clients - Encourage participation in programming and recovery activities - Model healthy behaviors and support coping skill development **Group Facilitation** - Lead or co-facilitate structured activities such as: - Client Handbook Learning Group - Recreational or wellness activities **Medication Line Support** - Assist with coordination of medication line under nursing supervision - Ensure orderly and timely flow of clients during medication administration **Documentation & Communication** - Accurately document client interactions, behaviors, and incidents - Communicate key observations and concerns to clinical and supervisory staff - Participate in shift handoffs to ensure continuity of care **What You Bring** **Required** - High School diploma or equivalent - 2+ years' experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or residential care - Driver's license - Motor vehicle Insurance - Act 73, 33 and 34 clearances - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, overnight shifts, and holidays - Strong interpersonal, communication, and observation skills - Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-stress or crisis situations **Preferred** - CPR/First Aid certification - CRS certification - Familiarity with trauma-informed care and recovery principles **Compensation, Benefits & Perks** - Compensation is based on experience and qualifications - Shift differentials apply for evening and night shifts **Benefits include** - Professional development and training opportunities. - Premium Pay for worked holidays. - **Why You'll Love Working at POWER** - Enjoy working in lovely, peaceful spaces on our brand-new POWER Campus - Easy commute with access to public transit and close to Parkway East - Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture - Free coffee-because every shift deserves a good start **Work Schedule & Environment** - 24/7 residential treatment environment, onsite - Day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts required - Some transportation of clients to appointments and meetings. **Work Environment & Physical Requirements** - Active role requiring standing, walking, and engagement throughout the shift - Ability to safely respond to and manage crisis situations (per training and policy) - Work involves frequent interaction in a residential treatment setting **Our Commitment to You** - Comprehensive onboarding and training - Supportive, team-oriented work environment - Opportunities for professional growth and advancement **Equal Opportunity Employer** POWER is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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