Behavioral Health Technician/

LIFE BALANCE LLC; Utah; On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

LIFE BALANCE LLC in Utah is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide supervision and structure in a residential treatment setting, supporting residents with healthy coping skills and maintaining safety.

You will work with clinical and case management teams to reinforce program rules, monitor behavior, document shift notes, and assist with crisis de-escalation while maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in behavioral health or residential treatment preferred.
• Ability to stay calm and professional 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 preferred.
• Background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents and maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Enforce program rules, 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 supervision during meals, groups, recreation, transportation, and community activities.
• Maintain professional boundaries and model appropriate behavior.
• Complete 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.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Teamwork

Boundary setting

Documentation skills

Observation and reporting

Ability to pass background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer proficiency

Driver’s license

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

Crisis intervention training (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

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.