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Behavioral Health Technician SPIRIT Program
Apache Behavioral Health Services, Inc.Whiteriver, Arizona, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Jun 2026
About the role
WHITE MOUNTAIN APACHE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN SPIRIT DAY – TREATMENT PROGRAM
CLASSIFICATION CODE: EXEMPT FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: CLINICAL
REPORTS TO: PROGRAM FACILITATOR AND SPIRIT DIRCTOR
STATEMENT OF JOB: The SPIRIT (Structured Program for Instructional Recovery & Intervention Therapy) Day-Treatment Program is a new intensive IOP/day-treatment initiative for expelled junior high and high school students (primarily Apache youth) who have been removed from school due to behavioral issues or juvenile court involvement. BHTs are essential frontline staff supporting daily operations, client safety, transportation, SEL/academic activities, cultural practices, and documentation to promote academic recovery, behavioral improvement, and successful return to school/community. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Program Facilitator and SPIRIT Director (Nelson Valiquette).
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, approximately 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (includes morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off transportation runs).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Transportation & Safety — Safely transport clients via program van from communities (e.g., Cibecue, Whiteriver, Canyon Day) for morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off. Maintain vehicle cleanliness, enforce safety rules, and document transportation notes in MyEvolve.
- Daily Program Support — Assist with arrival/breakfast, morning circle/goal setting, journal writing, academic recovery blocks (AZ standards, gap closure, testing, Edgenuity), lunch/outdoor movement, life-skills/relapse prevention groups, point system, and departures.
- SEL & Behavioral Health — Co-lead or support daily SEL/behavior lessons, talking circles, cultural activities (e.g., Apache language, land-based practices), and coping skills development. Model positive behavior, de-escalate situations, and build trusting relationships with at-risk youth.
- Documentation & Compliance — Complete accurate DAP notes, PMRs, contact/transport notes, and Service Entry Reports in MyEvolve. Contribute to individual client files on SharePoint. Participate in CFT meetings, clinical supervision, and team meetings.
- Team Collaboration — Work closely with clinicians, Facilitator, Director, schools, courts, Tribal partners, and other ABHS departments. Support program growth, including home visits, outings, and integration of community resources (e.g., equine therapy, boxing).
- Facility & Logistics — Help with meals, facility upkeep, materials preparation, and flexible tasks to ensure smooth operations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s/Bachelor’s in behavioral health, education, psychology, or related field preferred.
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License with clean driving record (van training provid
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