--- title: Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral Health Technician description: Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral Health Technician Phoenix at New Horizon Community Care. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/therapeutic-recreation-behavioral-health-technician-phoenix-at-new-horizon-community-care-01a0efd5-36a2-724f-99ca-70788164e136 date: 2026-09-30T01:15:23Z og_description: Join New Horizon Community Care as Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral Health Technician Phoenix in Litchfield Park, AZ. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/7bmhqk.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | New Horizon Community Care | | **Location** | Litchfield Park, AZ | | **Salary** | $23/hr - $27/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 29, 2026 | ## Description # **Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)** **New Horizon Community Care (NHCC)** **$23–$27/hr • Full Benefits • Multiple Locations** **ASK IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE OUR SIGNON BONUS FOR OUR PHOENIX LOCATION!** **Are you passionate about helping those in your community and making a lasting impact on someone's life?** We are currently seeking a dedicated BHT who will serve as a positive role model to support, lead, and encourage youth and young adults. You will have the chance to form lasting relationships, encourage positive behavior, and design activities to promote the overall welfare of participants, all while increasing your knowledge of social work, behavioral studies, and management skills. We believe that personal relationships hold the key to changing behavior, and we place our trust in our passionate team of BHTs. **Make a lasting impact.** NHCC is hiring BHTs and Para Professionals to support youth and adults through structured, therapeutic programs in Chandler, Tempe, Glendale, Phoenix, and Casa Grande. Diversity and inclusion are foundational principles at NHCC. We are committed to providing accessible, equitable, and culturally competent mental health care to individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. NHCC values diversity and and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply! --- ## **About the Role** **Therapeutic Recreation** – After‑school program using movement, recreation, art, and CBT‑based activities to build resilience and confidence. Our Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) play a critical role in our Therapeutic Recreation Program, supporting youth and young adults navigating at-risk behaviors in an after-school setting. BHTs provide mentorship, guidance, and care through trauma-informed approaches and cognitive behavior therapy, utilizing sports and activities as therapeutic tools. The role involves working closely with the clinical team to implement individualized treatment plans and ensure the safety and well-being of our clients. --- ## **What You'll Do** • Supervise and ensure safety • Facilitate groups, activities, and skill‑building sessions • Support treatment goals and behavior plans • Assist with documentation and case coordination • Provide crisis intervention when needed • Support academics (CHOICE) • Participate in recreation and movement‑based activities (Therapeutic Rec) • Collaborate with clinical and program teams --- **What You Bring** • Experience with at‑risk youth or behavioral health populations • Strong communication & documentation skills • Ability to manage group dynamics • Comfort with structured environments • Willingness to learn crisis intervention --- ## **Minimum Qualifications** • Meet state licensing requirements for BHTs/Para Professionals • 21+ years old • High School Diploma or GED • Valid AZ Driver's License & insurable driving record • Must be able to obtain an AZ DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (Unrestricted) All qualified applications will receive consideration for open positions with NHCC. --- ## **Pay & Benefits** • **$23–$27/hr** based on education and experience in the behavioral health field • **100% company‑paid medical insurance** after 30 days (effective first of the following month) • Dental & Vision Insurance • Company‑paid Disability & Life Insurance • PTO, Paid Holidays, 403(b) with match • Tuition Assistance & Licensure Reimbursement • Discounted daycare (Tempe) • Pet Assistance • PSLF‑qualifying employer • Access to company fleet vehicles ## Safety-Sensitive & Drug-Free Workplace Notice All positions at NHCC are safety-sensitive as defined in ARS 23-439. The company strictly prohibits the use, sale, manufacture, distribution, or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances, medical marijuana, or drug paraphernalia on company premises, company-owned vehicles, or personal vehicles used for company business or parked on company property. NHCC is a drug-free workplace with zero tolerance for violations. --- # **Apply today and help empower youth and strengthen your community.** --- [//www.youtube.com/embed/_-4qQmqXKPM](//www.youtube.com/embed/_-4qQmqXKPM?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Skills - Willingness To Learn - Group Dynamics - Behavioral Health Technician - Fingerprint Clearance Card - Licensing - Crisis Intervention - Behavior Plans - Case Management - Behavioral Health - Human Resources - Technical Documentation - Driving - Class A/az Driving License - Communication ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/therapeutic-recreation-behavioral-health-technician-phoenix-at-new-horizon-community-care-01a0efd5-36a2-724f-99ca-70788164e136?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)