Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Mentoring/Behavior Coaching (Chandler & Tempe)
New Horizon Community Care
Tempe, AZ
Make a Lasting Impact in Your Community
Are you passionate about helping individuals in your community and making a meaningful difference in someone's life?
New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) who will serve as positive role models to support, guide, and empower youth, young adults, and adults. In this role, you will build lasting relationships, encourage positive behavior, and design skill-building activities that promote personal growth and emotional well-being.
We believe personal relationships are the foundation for meaningful change - and we place our trust in our passionate, committed BHT team.
NHCC provides outpatient services throughout the Valley, with locations in:
Chandler
Tempe
Glendale
Phoenix
Casa Grande
About the Direct Services Program
Our Direct Services program supports clients from early childhood through adulthood. Services focus on individualized treatment goals, including:
Family support
Health & wellness
Life skills development
Emotion regulation
Behavior modification
Substance abuse support (when applicable)
- Job Skills
Direct Service BHTs are an integral part of each client's treatment team, collaborating with therapists, case managers, probation officers, legal guardians, and other supports.
Services May Include:
General Mental Health (GMH)
Substance Abuse
Psychoeducational Topics
Anger Management
Emotion Regulation
Grief, Loss, and Trauma
Healthy Relationships
Services are delivered in both individual and group settings.
Our mentors and clinicians work closely with treatment teams and families to ensure coordinated, effective care that promotes lasting change.
Must Haves
Must meet minimum state licensing requirements for Behavioral Health Technicians or Para Professionals
Must be at least 21 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Experience working with at-risk or behavioral health populations (youth, teens, or adults)
Valid Arizona Driver's License with no restrictions
Must maintain a driving record that allows insurability under NHCC's insurance carriers
Must complete Criminal History Self-Disclosure Affidavits
Must obtain an Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) Unrestricted Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (includes State and Federal background check)
Salary
$23.00 – $27.00 per hour
Compensation is based on education and experience in the behavioral health field.
Benefits
Access to company fleet vehicles (staff do NOT transport clients in personal vehicles)
Medical Insurance – Fully company-paid plan after 30 days of employment (effective first of the following month)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability – Company Paid
Life Insurance – Company Paid (with option to increase coverage)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution matching after one year
Supplemental insurance stipends (AFLAC or Assurity)
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.
Relevant Experience May Include:
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Case Aide
Case Manager
CFT Facilitator
Community-Based Specialist
Counselor
Direct Support Professional
Family Support Worker
Group Home Staff
In-Home Support
Life Coach
Social Worker
Youth Mentor
Youth Sports Coach
Youth Ministry
Mentor
About New Horizon Community Care (NHCC)
Established in 2001, New Horizon Community Care is a nonprofit agency specializing in outpatient behavioral health services for at-risk youth, teens, and adults throughout the Valley.
Our programming structure challenges, encourages, and empowers clients to strengthen self-esteem, improve decision-making, and build the life skills needed to become productive community members.
We proudly collaborate with families, guardians, and treatment teams to provide comprehensive, coordinated care. Our experienced staff guide clients in building a strong foundation to reach their fullest potential in an ever-changing world.
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.
If you are ready to build relationships, promote growth, and make a lasting impact - we encourage you to apply today.
*APPLICANTS MUST ALSO BE ABLE TO COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY SELF-DISCLOSURE AFFIDAVITS AND OBTAIN AN ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS) LEVEL 1 FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE CARD, WHICH INVOLVES A STATE AND FEDERAL CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK. *
*All positions at NHCC are safety-sensitive, as defined in ARS 23-439. Therefore, the company prohibits the use, sale, manufacture, distribution, or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances, medical marijuana, or drug paraphernalia on any and all segments of the company premises, company-owned vehicles, or personal vehicles used for company business or parked on company property. NHCC is a drug-free zone with zero tolerance for violators. *