Behavioral Health Technician

HealthOp Solutions; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Cell phone allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HealthOp Solutions in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct supervision and therapeutic support for adolescents aged 12–17 in a residential setting. You will help maintain safety, structure, and recovery-oriented routines while collaborating with clinical and leadership teams.

Ideal candidates have 6 months+ behavioral health experience, a HS diploma or GED, and the ability to stay awake overnight on Fri–Sun 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months behavioral health experience; 1–2 years preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with adolescents or in residential/care-based settings preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Must pass background checks and obtain required clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to adolescent residents during daily routines.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment.
• Observe, document, and report patient behaviors, incidents, and progress.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including hygiene, meals, and room upkeep.
• Support emotional regulation, coping skills, and positive peer interactions.
• Conduct drug screenings per program protocols.
• Participate in therapeutic, educational, and recreational programming.
• Monitor resident movement, attendance, and transitions within the facility.
• Collaborate with clinical, nursing, and leadership teams to support treatment goals.
• Communicate professionally with residents and their families.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards; maintain facility safety.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and required documentation.
• Remain awake and attentive during the overnight shift.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Overnight shift readiness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona

Hours & Schedule: Friday–Sunday, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM

Work Environment: Residential behavioral health setting serving approximately 6–10 adolescent patients, ages 12–17, and their families.

Salary / Hourly Rate: $20 - $24 per hour

Benefits Offered: Health, dental, vision, PTO, cell phone, tuition reimbursement in a related field.

Why work with us:

Join a supportive behavioral health environment where teamwork, consistency, and compassionate care make a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents and their families. You will work alongside another team member throughout each shift while helping create a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment.

What our ideal new team member looks like:

You are dependable, compassionate, and comfortable working awake overnight shifts in a structured residential environment. You value consistency, teamwork, and clear expectations and are committed to supporting adolescents through daily routines, emotional regulation, and skill development. Previous behavioral health experience is essential for success in this role.

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician / Behavioral Health Counselor provides direct supervision, therapeutic support, and daily structure to adolescent residents ages 12–17. This position focuses on maintaining safety, monitoring behaviors, reinforcing routines, and contributing to a recovery-oriented residential environment. The role also involves interacting appropriately and professionally with residents' families and collaborating with clinical, nursing, and leadership teams.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide direct supervision and support to adolescent residents throughout daily routines
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment
• Observe, document, and report patient behaviors, incidents, and progress accurately
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including hygiene, meals, and room upkeep
• Support emotional regulation, coping skills, and positive peer interactions
• Conduct drug screenings in accordance with program protocols
• Participate in therapeutic, educational, and recreational programming
• Monitor resident movement, attendance, and transitions within the facility
• Collaborate with clinical, nursing, and leadership teams to support treatment goals
• Communicate professionally and appropriately with residents and their families
• Uphold confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical standards
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards within the residence
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and required documentation
• Remain awake and attentive throughout the entire overnight shift
• Perform additional duties as needed to support patient care and program operations

Prerequisites / License & Certification Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 months of behavioral health experience required; 1–2 years preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working with adolescents or in residential or care-based settings preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Must pass required background checks
• Must possess or be eligible for a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must live within 10 miles of Shea Boulevard and N 114th St. in Scottsdale
• Must be available Friday–Sunday from 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
• Must be able to remain awake for the entire overnight shift

• Minimum of 6 months of behavioral health experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with adolescents or in residential or care-based settings