Behavioral Health Technician/

LIFE BALANCE LLC; Mona (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Job summary

LIFE BALANCE LLC is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide supervision and support in a residential treatment setting. The role includes maintaining safety, enforcing program guidelines, and assisting residents in developing healthy coping skills.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, with experience in behavioral health preferred. The position offers flexibility with full-time and part-time options, involving various shifts including day, overnight, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health or residential treatment preferred.
• Ability to stay calm in high-stress situations.
• Basic computer skills and valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents and ensure a safe environment.
• Monitor behavior and report to supervisors.
• Support residents in emotional regulation techniques.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Crisis Intervention

De-escalation Techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

• Company parties
• Free food & snacks

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) provides supervision, support, and structure for residents in a residential treatment setting. Staff are responsible for maintaining safety, enforcing program expectations, supporting healthy coping skills, and helping create a consistent and therapeutic environment for residents.

Behavioral Health Technicians work closely with the clinical and case management teams to support resident stability, accountability, and progress within the program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise residents and maintain a safe, structured environment
• Enforce program rules, expectations, schedules, and house guidelines consistently
• Monitor resident behavior and report concerns to supervisors or clinical staff
• Support residents in utilizing healthy coping skills and emotional regulation techniques
• Assist with conflict resolution and use approved de-escalation strategies during crisis situations
• Provide appropriate supervision during meals, groups, recreation, transportation, and community activities
• Maintain professional boundaries and model appropriate behavior
• Complete required documentation including shift notes, incident reports, and behavioral observations
• Communicate effectively with Program Director and other staff
• Conduct room checks, safety checks, and facility monitoring as required
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness, organization, and overall structure within the residence
• Transport residents as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working in behavioral health, residential treatment, mental health or substance abuse preferred
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and consistent in high-stress situations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to establish and maintain healthy boundaries
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification
• Crisis intervention or de-escalation training
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles
• Experience working in residential or behavioral health settings

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time positions available (Swing and Graves)
• Day, swing, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required

Work Environment

This position works in a residential behavioral health setting and may involve exposure to challenging behaviors, emotionally stressful situations, and crisis intervention scenarios.