Description

1. Behavioral Health Technician – St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS)

   Location: St. Augustine, FL (Onsite)
   Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

   Join our dedicated team at St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) as a Behavioral Health Technician! We’re seeking compassionate, motivated individuals who want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth with emotional and behavioral health challenges. This position provides direct care, supports therapeutic activities, and works closely with houseparents, therapists, and treatment teams to promote growth and stability for each child in our care.

   About Us

   St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) provides therapeutic residential care, outpatient counseling, and community-based services for children and families. Our mission is to help youth develop skills, resilience, and confidence to lead healthy, successful lives.

   What You’ll Do

2. Provide direct care and supervision to children in a therapeutic residential environment.
3. Assist houseparents in planning and implementing recreational and therapeutic activities.
4. Work with children on social skills, independent living skills, and behavior modification under the direction of therapists.
5. Facilitate two therapeutic or skill-building groups per week as needed.
6. Document activities, behaviors, and progress in each child’s file.
7. Participate in staff and treatment team meetings to ensure quality care.
8. Research and develop resources for the activity program and help monitor participation.
9. Provide crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed in the home or school setting.
10. Model and teach social skill development techniques, including peer facilitation and social stories.
11. Implement communication strategies that help children express themselves effectively.
12. Support and train houseparents in behavior management programs.
13. Assist with fundraising and community engagement activities.
14. Fill in for houseparents when needed, including one-on-one supervision of high-intensity clients.
15. Ensure client rights are upheld, including respecting individual beliefs and personal choice.
16. Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to SAYS policies and procedures.
17. Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director or Clinical Director.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related human services field and at least one year of experience working with children.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills to report progress and challenges to treatment teams.
• Professionalism in interactions with youth, families, and community partners.
• Ability to provide consistent, compassionate care to children with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and ability to pass Level 2 background screening.

Why Join SAYS

• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real difference in youth lives.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training, including CPI and First Aid/CPR certification.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

Apply Today!

If you have a heart for helping children and want to grow your career in behavioral health, we’d love to meet you! Apply today on Indeed or visit www.sayskids.org to learn more about our programs and impact.