**Northway Academy** **,** **a part of the Sevita family** , provides center-based Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. **Mental Health Technician - Full Time** _Pay rates start at $18/hour with increased rates for experience and education._ “Watching individuals learn and apply the skills we’ve been working on, leading to deeper connections with family and friends.” – A.G., BT Welcome to our talented team at NORTHWAY ACADEMY, a partner of Sevita, which is a day program offering daily applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for children with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or related conditions - Autism Services for Children in **Alexandria** as a **Behavior/Mental Health Technician** ! **BT Job Summary:** The Behavior/Mental Health Technician supports children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in developing essential life, social, and academic skills. Working closely with the clinical team, this role involves implementing therapeutic and behavioral plans, providing early intervention, and guiding children toward developmental goals such as communication, exercise, nutrition, and school readiness. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care routines, teaching and modeling interpersonal skills, and using effective strategies to manage and redirect challenging behaviors, helping each child thrive in their daily life and community. **Qualifications of a Behavior/Mental Health Technician:** Applicants **must meet ONE** (choose from either Level I or Level II list below) of the following EIDBI Level qualifications for education and/or experience: **Level 1** : (must meet one of the criteria below; **pay range of $20-$21 an hour** ) + Currently enrolled in a graduate program in a mental health discipline or hold a master’s degree in a mental health field. + Obtained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in behavioral health, child development, or related field, and have **6,000 hours of paid/clinical experience delivering Applied Behavior Analysis services** **_OR_** **Level 2** : (must meet one of the criteria below; **pay range of $18-$19 an hour** ) + Enrolled in OR Obtained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in behavioral health, child development, or related fields (mental health, special education, social work, psychology, speech pathology, occupational therapy) + Obtained an associate’s degree from an accredited institution in behavioral health, child development, or related fields (mental health, special education, social work, psychology, speech pathology, occupational therapy) and at least 2,000 hours of paid/supervised clinical experience (including but not limited to experience as a DSP, PCA, Paraprofessional) + Possess a high school diploma (or GED) and have 4,000 hours of paid/supervised clinical experience **(equivalent to 2 years of full-time experience, including but not limited to experience as a DSP, PCA, Paraprofessional** ) + Fluent in a non-English speaking language or certified by a tribal nation **Additional Requirements:** + Must be a minimum of 18 years of age + Will possess a compassionate approach with a reliable and responsible attitude + Have the ability to connect with children, and the ability to work with others to accomplish goals. + Possess experience in human services or knowledge of the field + Will complete successful clearance of background checks **_Why Join Us as a Behavior/Mental Health Technician with Northway Academy? When asked about the most rewarding part of working at Northway Academy_** + Full-time, M-F day schedules. No evenings or weekend shifts! + Center-based site with consistent hours + Competitive pay rates (wages are determined by qualifications); health/dental/vision benefits for employees working 32+ hours/week; 401(k) with company match; Holiday pay and Paid Time Off + Pay on Demand - you can choose to get paid immediately at the end of your workday! + Rewarding, high-impact work with some of the best co-workers you can find + With Autism Spectrum Disorders being increasingly recognized and diagnosed, these jobs offer career development and advancement opportunities within our nationwide organization To learn more from one of our talented Behavior Technicians -Take a look at a day in the life of a BT at NWA, just copy and paste this link: https://youtu.be/w2OUC9-cfNI _We have meaningful work for you as a Behavior/Mental Health Technician with Northway Academy – come join our team!_ **_Apply Today_** _!_ **Join Our Team** If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, we encourage you to join Northway Academy’s mission of helping everyone live a full and happy life. Apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding career well-lived. _As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._