Lead Behavioral Technician III

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Ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of others? At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We’re looking for a dedicated Lead Behavior Technician III to provide compassionate care and support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health needs in our short-term Crisis Therapeutic Home (CTH) in Staunton, VA.

* Please note REACH Region I is now under new management with ESPH! We welcome both new applicants and those who previously applied!*

Your compassionate efforts will have a profound impact on the well‑being of the individuals you assist! As the Lead Behavioral Technician III (BTIII), you will assume a leadership role on the floor and handling administrative duties for the Crisis Therapeutic Home. You will provide oversight of BT I and BT IIs in addition to direct support to the Home Supervisor. Your responsibilities on the floor will involve offering support to individuals with co‑occurring intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental or behavioral health needs, who have been admitted to the Crisis Therapeutic Home.

This role includes facilitating daily programs and individualized activities and support for habilitative and/or rehabilitative activities, therapeutic interventions, personal care/assistance, health care, and other activities. This position participates as part of comprehensive REACH services that collaborate with the guest’s primary provider and clinical home, community crisis services, family, and others. You’ll also help orient staff to the home as well as maintain required notes and documentation.

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.

The core hours for this position will be 11am – 7pm, Monday – Friday and every other weekend.

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits‑eligible positions.

• Competitive hourly salary: $25.00 to $26.44 per hour
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance (company paid)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

• Education: Bachelor’s in any Human Services field
  • Qualified Mental Health Professional Trainee (QMHP‑T or QMHP)
• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance and a good driving record.
• Prior experience with crisis prevention and intervention services preferred.

If you’re a kind, Behavior Tech Leader, seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a huge difference in the daily lives of the people you will help, please apply at our website:

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in‑person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600‑member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!