Behavioral Health Technician

Sunstone HR Consulting; Washington (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training & Career Development

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Life & Disability Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

PTO & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sunstone HR Consulting is partnering with a residential behavioral health organization in Washington, Utah to hire Behavioral Health Technicians to support teens ages 12–17. You will provide hands-on support with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured activities while working alongside therapists, nurses, and other treatment team members.

No direct experience required; training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications.
• Ability to pass required background, driving, drug, and TB screenings.

Responsibilities

• Client Safety & Supervision: Supervise teens, maintain a safe and structured environment, and follow program policies and safety protocols.
• Daily Routines & Life Skills: Support teens with daily schedules, structured activities, emotional regulation, healthy coping strategies, and problem-solving skills.
• Crisis Prevention & Intervention: Use de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral challenges and follow approved crisis intervention protocols, including physical interventions when necessary and authorized.
• Treatment Support: Work alongside therapists, nurses, and other team members to support individualized treatment plans and client progress.
• Positive Relationships: Build trusting relationships, maintain professional boundaries, model positive behaviors, and communicate professionally with families.
• Documentation & Communication: Maintain accurate, timely records of client behaviors, incidents, and progress while communicating regularly with supervisors and the treatment team.
• Medication & Transportation: Monitor medication self-administration in accordance with state regulations and safely transport clients as required.
• Team & Residential Support: Participate in required training, meetings, and team activities; maintain reliable attendance, follow organizational policies, and assist with daily housekeeping and other assigned responsibilities.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Adolescent experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental health

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician

Location: Washington, Utah (On-site)
Pay: $17–$19 per hour
Schedule: Day, Evening, and Overnight Shifts Available

About the Opportunity

Interested in a career in behavioral health? No direct experience required. Training provided.

Sunstone HR Consulting is partnering with a residential behavioral health organization in Washington, Utah, to hire Behavioral Health Technicians to support teens ages 12–17.

In this role, you'll provide hands-on support with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured activities while working alongside therapists, nurses, and other treatment team members.

Whether you have experience working with adolescents or are looking to build a career in behavioral health, this is an opportunity to develop valuable skills while making a meaningful difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Safety & Supervision: Supervise teens, maintain a safe and structured environment, and follow program policies and safety protocols.

• Daily Routines & Life Skills: Support teens with daily schedules, structured activities, emotional regulation, healthy coping strategies, and problem-solving skills.

• Crisis Prevention & Intervention: Use de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral challenges and follow approved crisis intervention protocols, including physical interventions when necessary and authorized.

• Treatment Support: Work alongside therapists, nurses, and other team members to support individualized treatment plans and client progress.

• Positive Relationships: Build trusting relationships, maintain professional boundaries, model positive behaviors, and communicate professionally with families.

• Documentation & Communication: Maintain accurate, timely records of client behaviors, incidents, and progress while communicating regularly with supervisors and the treatment team.

• Medication & Transportation: Monitor medication self-administration in accordance with state regulations and safely transport clients as required.

• Team & Residential Support: Participate in required training, meetings, and team activities; maintain reliable attendance, follow organizational policies, and assist with daily housekeeping and other assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• Ability to remain calm, maintain healthy boundaries, and support teens experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.

• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to learn behavioral support strategies, crisis prevention, and de-escalation techniques.

• Experience working with adolescents, at-risk youth, or in behavioral health or residential settings is preferred but not required.

• A bachelor's degree or post-high-school training in mental health is a plus but not required.

Required:

• Must be at least 21 years old.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Valid driver's license in good standing.

• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications.

• Ability to pass required background, driving, drug, and TB screenings.

Available Shifts & Schedules

Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Evening Shift: 1:30 PM – 11:30 PM

Schedule options:

• Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday

• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday

Overnight Shift: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Schedule options:

• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday

• Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday

Benefits & Perks

• Paid Training & Career Development: Structured two-year Mastery Program with incremental pay increases as you complete each tier.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Multiple plan options, including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.

• Paid Parental Leave: Up to six weeks fully paid for exempt employees and four weeks for non-exempt employees.

• Life & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability, with voluntary life and optional short-term disability coverage available.

• 401(k) with Company Match: Retirement savings with matching contributions after the eligibility period.

• PTO & Holidays: Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for life's challenges.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our client is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.