Behavioral Health Technician II (BHT)

MMYTC; Prescott Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K

Paid PTO including holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

DailyPay

And More!

Job summary

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center (MMYTC) is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician II to support residential adolescent care on site in Arizona. The role focuses on safety, supervision, and daily living activities, with strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and teamwork among therapists, educators, and direct care staff.

Eligible candidates must pass a fingerprint background check. A degree in behavioral health or related field is preferred, with alternative paths for varying levels of

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must pass a thorough background check and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's in a behavioral health field OR an associate's with 2+ years full-time BH work OR HS diploma with 4 years full-time BH work.
• Experience with youth in BH settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus.
• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living and routines on and off campus.
• Observe peer culture for patterns indicating progress or regression in the program.
• Observe individual student behavior over time and progress toward treatment goals.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Follow and implement individual treatment plans for all students.
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene to ensure safety.

Skills

Age 21+

Background check

Youth work exp

BH knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in BH

Associate's + 2 yrs exp

HS diploma + 4 yrs exp

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician II

$2,000.00 Signing Bonus AND Retention Bonus!!

Salary: $20.30 + $2-$3 shift differential

Shifts: 7am-3pm AND 3pm-11pm + weekend availability.

Behavioral Health Technician Perks:

• Competitive and Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance


• 401K


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including holidays and birthday


• Paid Parental Leave


• Tuition Reimbursement


• DailyPay- access a portion of your base wages in advance


• And More!

Behavioral Health Technician Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old.


• Must be able to pass a thorough background check, and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.


• Education/Experience: Has a bachelor's degree in a field related to behavioral health OR an associate's degree and at least two years of full-time behavioral health work experience OR a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and four years of full-time behavioral health work experience.


• Experience working with youth and/or in behavioral health settings preferred.

Behavioral Health Technician Responsibilities:

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus.


• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus.


• Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program.


• Observe individual student behavior over time and recognize progress towards treatment goals.


• Effectively communicate, both written and orally.


• Follow and implement individual treatment plans for all students.


• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security.

About Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center:

Residential Behavioral Health | Adolescent Treatment | Trauma-Informed Care | Arizona Nonprofit

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center (MMYTC) is a nonprofit residential behavioral health treatment center serving adolescents with serious emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders. Located in Arizona, we provide structured, trauma-informed, and clinically sophisticated care for youth who require intensive therapeutic support. MMYTC staff routinely treat vulnerable youth who have survived abuse, neglect and exploitation in their communities, which provides a unique opportunity for staff to provide life-saving care.

Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists, behavioral health technicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and direct care professionals who work together to create safe, therapeutic environments where youth can stabilize, heal, and build lifelong skills.

Why Work at MMYTC?

If you’re looking for meaningful work in behavioral health, residential treatment, youth services, or mental health care, MMYTC offers the opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact.

• Trauma-informed, strengths-based treatment approaches


• Collaborative, team-oriented clinical care


• Professional growth and internal advancement


• Ethical, mission-driven nonprofit service


• A safe, structured residential environment

Whether you are an experienced licensed clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT), behavioral health technician, psychiatric nurse, case manager, special education teacher, or entry-level direct care staff, you’ll be part of a team that values compassion, accountability, and excellence.

Our Clinical Model

Our evidence-based programming integrates:

• Individual, group, and family therapy


• Psychiatric evaluation and medication management


• Substance use disorder treatment


• Specialized care for youth who are survivors of sexual exploitation


• Skills development and behavior management


• Accredited educational services


• Discharge planning and community reintegration

We serve adolescents with complex trauma histories, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, co-occurring substance use, and other mental health diagnoses requiring 24/7 therapeutic support.

Our Workplace Culture

At MMYTC, we recognize that strong outcomes for youth begin with supported, empowered staff. We emphasize:

• Clear leadership communication


• Clinical supervision and mentorship


• Ongoing training and certification opportunities


• Team collaboration across residential, clinical, and education departments


• A mission-driven culture focused on safety and growth

MMYTC believes that responsible organizations support the physical, psychological, emotional and moral needs of their staff, including through providing comprehensive employee benefit options. We are proud to provide competitive and affordable employee benefits that are customizable to each employee’s needs.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about adolescent behavioral health, residential treatment, trauma-informed care, and making a difference in Arizona communities, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center. Together, we help youth build resilience, restore stability, and create brighter futures.

Work Location: In person